Construction Trades, General at Perry Technical Institute
a smaller institution with 973 students in Yakima, WA.
Program Analysis
At $39,366/yr, Construction Trades, General graduates from Perry Technical Institute land near the $38,399 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.
Some AI exposure exists in Construction Trades, General's career paths, with 43% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 0% gap from the optimistic case.
The median debt load of $7,892 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.
This program is one of 8 schools offering Construction Trades, General in our dataset — a specialized trade with limited comparison points.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Construction Trades, General graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers | $78,690 | +5.3% | 57% |
About Construction Trades, General Careers
Your first years will be spent on active job sites, learning the rhythm of construction. You'll be part of a crew, doing everything from framing walls with a nail gun and pouring concrete foundations to installing drywall and roofing. As your skills sharpen, you’ll progress from an apprentice to a trusted journeyman, taking on more complex tasks with higher pay. The demand for skilled tradespeople is strong, and a common next step is becoming a first-line supervisor. Here, your focus shifts from your own tools to the entire project: you’ll read blueprints, coordinate different crews, manage schedules, and ensure job site safety.