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Work Matters - Skilled Trades - Job Seekers

The purpose of this survey is to gather input from job seekers who are interested in entering the Skilled Trades sector. If you are an existing worker in the Skilled Trades sector, please complete the survey for incumbents/workers: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/work-matters-SkilledTrades-worker

Skilled Trades is defined as an occupation requiring a particular skill set, knowledge, or ability in a hands-on environment. The following are some examples of a skilled trades occupation: goldsmith, plumber, mason, hairstylist, chef, arborist, IT programmer, machinist, carpenter, electrician, mechanic, landscaper, crane operator, blacksmith, etc.
1.Which county do you reside in?
2.Please enter the year you were born (enter 4 digits for the year; for example, 1980):
3.Indicate the gender you identify with: 
4.Do you identify with a specific group of individuals (for example, newcomer to Canada, ethnicity, etc.)?
5.Which sub-sector in Skilled Trades are you looking for a career in? Choose all that apply:
6.Have you ever worked or have experience working in the Skilled Trades sector?
7.Would a job position in this sector be a second career for you? 
8.Please select challenges you have encountered in attaining a job in this sector (check all that apply):
9.Please indicate on a scale from "Not Important" to "Extremely Important" rate what is most important to you in a job.
Not Important
Neutral
important
Very Important
Extremely Important
Wage
Vacation / Personal Days
Mental health benefits
Company Culture
Recognition
Medical Benefits 
Flexibility
Work/Life balance
Professional development opportunities
Pension and other monetary incentives (ie. RRSPs)
Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace
10.What resources do you use to search and apply for a job? (Select all that apply)
11.Would you be interested in participating in a virtual roundtable discussion (90 mins) to highlight the issues job seekers are faced with then entering this sector?
12. Please share any other comments you have below:
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