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April 24, 2025 11 mins

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🎧 In this episode: Welcome back to Sparky Life — your official backstage pass to the world of dirty jobs, high paychecks, and careers that make your relatives go, "You do what for a living?!"

Today, we’re answering a BIG question:
Who makes the most money in the skilled trades?

💥 Think electricians rule the skilled trades paycheck game? Think again! In this episode of the Sparky Life Podcast, we reveal the surprising kings and queens of high-paying skilled trades — elevator and escalator mechanics — who often make over $100K a year without a college degree!

Join Lia as she dives into:

  • The day-in-the-life of an elevator mechanic (spoiler: it's way more badass than you think 🚀)
  • Why elevator mechanics are called the "ghosts" of the skilled trades
  • The real reason more people aren’t jumping into this career (hint: it’s not the hard work)
  • How to get into the NEIEP apprenticeship program and start building a 6-figure future
  • Hidden perks like union benefits, pensions, millionaire retirement plans, and more!

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