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Pocatello teens to showcase life-saving EMT skills at national competition in Georgia - East Idaho News POCATELLO — Two local teens have earned spots in a national competition for their achievements in the emergency medical field, and they are seeking community support. Isaac Giesbrecht, 17, and Gage Staples, 17, both from Pocatello, attend Century High School and take classes at Portneuf Valley Tec...

Congratulations to this amazing young woman. Wishing her the best as she represents the USA.

Women are entering the trades at higher levels than ever before. If you are interested in entering the trades, please reach out to us.

Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent US at world welding competition A Michigan community college student will be the first female welder to represent the United States at a worldwide competition described as the Olympics of the skilled trades.

Workforce Wednesday: Skilled trades are critical to data center growth. Electricians, plumbers, and carpenters are in high demand with strong earning potential.

Read this Fortune article to learn more.

Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang says electricians and plumbers will be needed by the hundreds of thousands in the new working world | Fortune The $4 trillion tech CEO warns the future won’t be powered by tech bros—but rather the blue-collar workers.

Registration Open: Safety Fest Pocatello. May 12-14, 2026. This is a free event. Training includes OSHA, leadership, and safety training. https://hubs.la/Q04dS9xr0

Congratulations to all of the honorees! We would like to send an extra special congratulations to Paul Dickey, CEWT Apprenticeship Coordinator. Well deserved, Paul!

From its start in 1942 as Aircraft Mechanics/Airframe & Powerplants to today, our Aircraft Maintenance Technology program has a history that truly takes flight

Now home to a DC-8 that supported NASA’s Airborne Science Mission for 37 years, our students get a hands-on connection to aviation history while preparing for the future.

Workforce Wednesday
Skilled trades like plumbers and electricians are in high demand as AI drives new construction and infrastructure projects.
This article explores how workforce needs are shifting and why these careers are more important than ever.
Read the full article for more on this workforce trend.

The Real AI Talent War Is for Plumbers and Electricians The AI boom is driving an unprecedented wave of data center construction, but there aren’t enough skilled tradespeople in the US to keep up.

Tuesday Tip: Mitigating Employee Stress as a Manager.

Managers can help reduce workplace stress by setting realistic expectations and maintaining open communication. Offering support during busy periods can also improve morale.

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