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Eastern Idaho

Employers are looking for employees with specialty skills in fields like transportation, healthcare, and construction but also value trustworthiness, effective communication, and problem-solving skills. Eastern Idaho’s diverse economy, combined with an economic anchor like the Idaho National Laboratory, continue to grow opportunities in this region. This region will see an increased demand for construction workers over the next 5 to 10 years.
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Eastern Idaho Regional Insight

“Employers are looking for skills in transportation, healthcare, and construction.”

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In this region, these were the most requested skills & qualities.

Trending jobs in this region

Regional

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing

Typical Salary: $61,990

Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to businesses or groups of individuals. Work requires substantial knowledge of items sold.

Required Training:
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Regional

Medical & Health Services Managers

Typical Salary: $92,980

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

Required Training:
Bachelor’s Degree

Regional

Plumbers, Pipefitters, & Steamfitters

Typical Salary: $47,320

Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinklerfitters.

Required Training:
High School Diploma or Equivalent

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