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Florida has lots of non-college-bound students, and employers have plenty of high-paying, skilled labor jobs for them. The problem is matching employers with potential hires.

Mike Vogel | 8/1/2007
In-Demand Skilled labor jobs in Florida (2005)

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Occupation Vacancies Average Hourly Pay
Registered nurse 5,969 $24.95
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses 1,587 $16.95
Automotive techs and mechanics 1,103 $16.45
Electricians 1,042 $16.29
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers 816 $16.14
Medical and clinical lab techs 601 $21.60
Plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters 601 $16.26
Radiologic techs 502 $20.22
Source: Florida 2005 Job Vacancy/Hiring Needs Survey by the Agency for Workforce Innovation

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