Ford can't find mechanics for $120K: It takes math to learn a trade

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Ford pays auto mechanics $120,000 annually but struggles to find enough skilled workers.
CEO Jim Farley highlights a nationwide shortage in critical trade jobs like plumbing, electricians, and factory workers.
Farley criticizes the lack of investment in trade education compared to past generations.
Ford is investing $4 million in scholarships for auto technicians to address the skills gap.
Vocational programs exist, but many students lack the necessary literacy and math skills for modern trades.
Modern auto technicians require advanced skills in computer software, sensors, and digital schematics.
Many students struggle with middle-school math, limiting their ability to work in high-tech trades.
Mike Rowe notes high-paying opportunities in skilled trades, with electricians earning over $200K annually.
Rowe is expanding scholarships for trade-school students to meet industry demands.

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