Lakewood's Own Trade School
Train for a high-demand career in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliance repair, or building maintenance — 100% online, built for the Columbus metro area.
Based in Lakewood. Built for Central Ohio.
NTS is headquartered in Lakewood, serving the entire Columbus metro area. Lakewood's corporate corridor at Las Colinas, Central Ohio Airport's massive footprint, and established residential neighborhoods all need skilled trades workers — and our programs are built for this exact market.
- 100% online — study from anywhere in Lakewood, no commute
- VR training modules that simulate real equipment and scenarios
- Approved by the industry-recognized certification bodies
- Career placement assistance with Central Ohio employers
- $3,995 Per Program — Flexible Payment Plans Available
- 5 programs covering the trades in highest demand locally
Why Lakewood Is a Prime City for Skilled Trades Careers
Lakewood is home to Las Colinas — one of the largest master-planned urban developments in the country — plus Central Ohio Airport and the corporate headquarters of ExxonMobil, Kimberly-Clark, and more.
Las Colinas is one of the largest urban commercial developments in the U.S., with over 8,000 companies requiring constant HVAC, electrical, and plumbing support. Central Ohio Airport's 18,000-acre footprint creates enormous institutional demand. And Lakewood's established residential areas — Valley Ranch, MacArthur Park, and South Lakewood — have homes needing ongoing trades service. All of this means one thing: there are more trades jobs than people to fill them.
Trade Programs Built for the Lakewood Market
Five programs covering the trades in highest demand across Lakewood and Cuyahoga County.
HVAC Technician
Lakewood's massive corporate office buildings at Las Colinas run commercial HVAC systems year-round. Add 240,000+ residents and Ohio heat, and HVAC technicians never run out of work.
Electrical Technician
Las Colinas corporate towers, Central Ohio Airport expansion, and data center growth along the SH-114 corridor require qualified electricians at unprecedented levels.
Plumbing Technician
Lakewood's mix of high-rise commercial, residential neighborhoods, and institutional facilities creates steady plumbing demand across every specialty.
Appliance Repair
Lakewood's established neighborhoods — Valley Ranch, Las Colinas residential, MacArthur Park — have homes with major appliances needing regular service.
Building & Facilities Maintenance
ExxonMobil, Kimberly-Clark, Central Ohio Airport, Lakewood ISD, and Las Colinas commercial properties all need facilities maintenance professionals.
Lakewood's Trade School — Serving the Corporate Corridor
You don't need to leave Lakewood to get a world-class trades education. NTS was built for Central Ohio, for you.
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Our VR training platform lets you practice on virtual equipment that behaves exactly like the real thing — all from your home in Lakewood.
Lakewood sits at the intersection of Central Ohio's busiest corridors. Our 100% online format means you never fight SH-114 or SH-183 traffic to get to class.
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Lakewood Skilled Trades Salary Guide
Lakewood trades salaries reflect strong corporate and commercial demand:
| Trade | Entry-Level (0–2 yrs) | Mid-Career (3–5 yrs) | Experienced (5+ yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC Technician | $40,000 – $48,000 | $52,000 – $66,000 | $70,000 – $88,000+ |
| Electrician | $38,000 – $47,000 | $53,000 – $66,000 | $72,000 – $92,000+ |
| Plumber | $39,000 – $49,000 | $54,000 – $68,000 | $72,000 – $95,000+ |
| Appliance Repair | $34,000 – $42,000 | $44,000 – $55,000 | $58,000 – $72,000+ |
| Facilities Maintenance | $36,000 – $44,000 | $46,000 – $58,000 | $60,000 – $76,000+ |
Based on BLS data for the Central Ohio MSA. Corporate facility positions in Las Colinas often pay premium rates.
Lakewood Employers Hiring Trades Workers
From healthcare campuses to industrial corridors, Lakewood has a deep bench of employers actively recruiting skilled trades workers:
Energy giant with Lakewood campus requiring full facility maintenance teams.
18,000-acre facility — one of the world's busiest airports with massive infrastructure.
Global consumer products HQ in Lakewood with extensive facility operations.
8,000+ companies across the master-planned development needing ongoing trades support.
36 campuses and facilities needing full-time trades support.
Healthcare performance improvement company HQ'd in Lakewood. Modern campus facilities.
Serving Every Lakewood Neighborhood
As an online school serving all of Ohio, we help students from every corner of Lakewood and surrounding Cuyahoga County communities:
Las Colinas
One of the largest urban commercial developments in the U.S. Massive HVAC, electrical, and plumbing demand from 8,000+ businesses.
Valley Ranch
Master-planned residential community with established homes needing ongoing trades service and system upgrades.
South Lakewood & Bear Creek
Growing mixed-use area with new construction and affordable housing development.
MacArthur Park & North Lakewood
Established residential neighborhoods with aging systems creating steady replacement demand.
Central Ohio Airport Area
Massive institutional infrastructure requiring specialized trades support across all disciplines.
Lakewood Arts District
Cultural corridor with historic buildings and new development creating diverse trades opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions — Trade School in Lakewood
Lakewood Needs More Skilled Workers.
Become One of Them.
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- Free to apply — no enrollment fee
- $3,995 Per Program — Flexible Payment Plans Available
- 100% online — start from anywhere in Lakewood
- Advisor responds within 1 business day
- Career placement assistance included
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