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Skilled trade workers, including electricians and pipefitters, constructing a large, modern data center, symbolizing the physical foundation of the AI revolution.

The AI Paradox: Data Shows Automation Is Boosting Demand for Skilled Trade Jobs

Contrary to fears of displacement, the AI boom is creating a surge in demand for skilled trade workers. A detailed data analysis shows why the people who build the physical world are more valuable than ever in the digital age.

Rick Donovan·March 31, 2026