Cable technicians set up and repair the lines that bring phone, Internet, satellite, and cable TV services to all kinds of buildings.

They’re responsible for installing and maintaining the telecommunications infrastructure the modern world depends on.

Considering a career in this field? Before you jump in, it’s important to know what your job options are and how much you can earn.

A cable technician salary will vary depending on factors like what specific area you focus on and how much experience you have.

We dug into government labour market data to see how much cable technicians make in various roles.

Have a look at the details so you can decide if this trade is right for you.

Appliance repair technicians are the people who come to the rescue when our dishwashers leak or our ovens won’t light.

They use their mechanical and electrical expertise to install and fix washers, dryers, stoves, fridges, dishwashers, microwaves, and other appliances.

That’s the basic job description.

But if you become an appliance tech, what would you actually do on the job? What would your daily routine involve?

In this post, we explain the common tasks appliance technicians perform and what a typical workday might look like.

Find out what to expect at work and see if this trade is a good choice for you.

If you’re thinking about a career in the plumbing trade, one of the most important factors you need to consider is how much you could earn.

Plumber salaries depend on several factors, such as the amount of experience you have and whether you work on staff at a company or run your own business.

To get a true picture of plumber salaries in Ontario, we analyzed the latest government labour market data as well as dozens of real job postings on Indeed, Workopolis, and Glassdoor.

We looked at earnings for apprentices, licensed plumbers, and contractors.

Keep reading to discover the latest salary info and see how you can get started in this trade.

One of the best things about the appliance repair trade is the steady demand for skilled service technicians.

The average household relies heavily on a range of appliances for everyday use—washing machines, dryers, ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, refrigerators...we're totally dependent on these machines.

And then you have commercial clients, like restaurants, food companies, and cafeterias, that also need appliance repair technicians to install and maintain their units.

Appliance technician students learning how to disassemble and repair microwaves at Herzing College Toronto

If you ask the average person to name some skilled trades, there’s a good chance appliance repair won’t make the list. It just doesn’t come to mind most of the time.

Which is a shame, because this is a fast-growing field with a ton of opportunities across Ontario.

Appliances like fridges, ovens, freezers, washers, dryers, and microwaves are becoming increasingly sophisticated and complex. And there aren’t enough people with the technical expertise to service and repair them.

The truth is that the demand for appliance technicians has been rising steadily for years. And it’s expected to continue growing for the foreseeable future.

Keep reading to find out what’s driving this trend—and how you can take advantage of it.

The HVAC industry focuses on maintaining safe and comfortable indoor environments.

Working in HVAC means installing, adjusting, and fixing the building systems that control temperature, humidity, and air quality.

It’s about making sure indoor spaces don’t get too hot, too cold, or too uncomfortable—no matter what the weather is like outdoors.

HVAC is a broad and varied field. It encompasses heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems in all kinds of buildings: houses, offices, stores, ice rinks, storage facilities, and more.

In this post, we dive into what HVAC is all about, what sorts of career paths it offers, and what working in the industry is really like.

Here’s the info you need to decide if this trade is right for you.

Considering a career as an electrician? Wondering what the employment outlook in Ontario is like?

Good news: the overall demand for electricians throughout the province is expected to remain steady for the foreseeable future.

Of course, there are different types of electricians, and different factors that affect the demand for their expertise.

To get the full story, we reviewed labour market data for construction and maintenance electricians, industrial electricians, power system electricians, and lineworkers.

Get the latest information on demand for electricians in Ontario, and learn how you can get started in this trade.

Photo: Imran Hasan, President of Transglobal Systems of Canada (TSOC)

Transglobal Systems of Canada (TSOC) has been a trusted and valued industry partner of Herzing College for a long time.

They supply the equipment that our network cabling students practice with in the Herzing workshop, participate in trade shows, and provide employment opportunities for our graduates.

Recently, TSOC took the partnership one step further. They launched a loyalty program that provides Herzing students and alumni with exclusive discounts on cabling products.

We talked with TSOC president Imran Hasan to learn more about the company, the Herzing partnership, the loyalty program, and the telecommunications industry.

Here are the highlights from our conversation.

If you're looking for a short route to an in-demand career, the skilled trades are an excellent area to explore.

We're not talking about roles like electrician and plumber, which take 4-5 years of training and apprenticeship to get certified.

We're talking about trades that take less than a year to go from being a complete beginner to being fully qualified for hands-on roles employers need to fill.

In this post, we're focusing on three of today's quickest, most in-demand trades: network cabling specialist, gas technician, and appliance service technician.

All three of these careers have solid job outlooks, but don't require lengthy training or even an apprenticeship.

Read on to compare roles, salaries, and employment options for each trade - and see which one could be right for you.

Most of us take for granted that our phones, TVs, and computers connect to some sort of network. We hardy think about the people and technology that make those networks function.

We don't truly understand what goes into setting up, maintaining, and repairing the telecommunications infrastructure we rely on every single day.

This is the world of network cabling. Professionals in this field take special training to learn how to install, troubleshoot, and maintain the structured cabling systems that transmit data, voice, and video.

Thinking of starting a career in this industry?

You probably have some questions about network cabling training, like what skills you'll learn and what jobs you can get after graduation.

That's exactly what we're covering in today's post. Get a good overview of this program, find out what to expect, and see if network cabling is right for you.