Dublin's Own Trade School
Train for a high-demand career in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliance repair, or building maintenance — 100% online, built right here in the heart of Central Ohio for people who want to work with their hands.
Based Nearby. Built for Dublin.
NTS is headquartered in Columbus — just 20 minutes west. Our programs are built for the Central Ohio market that Dublin sits squarely in the center of. Every curriculum module accounts for the local equipment, codes, climate, and employers.
- 100% online — study from anywhere in Dublin, 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 Dublin Is a Top City for Skilled Trades Careers
Dublin sits at the geographic center of Central Ohio with a $10+ billion entertainment district, a massive UTA campus, and a booming residential market. The city never stops building.
AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, and the surrounding entertainment district represent over $10 billion in total investment — and they require constant HVAC, electrical, and plumbing maintenance. UTA's expanding campus adds institutional demand. And Dublin's residential market, from established neighborhoods in East Dublin to new builds in South Dublin, keeps trades workers fully employed. All of this means one thing: there are more trades jobs than people to fill them.
Trade Programs Built for the Dublin Market
Five programs covering the trades in highest demand across Dublin and central Franklin County.
HVAC Technician
Dublin summers routinely exceed 100°F. Between AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, hotels, and 400,000+ residents, HVAC technicians are in constant demand year-round.
Electrical Technician
Dublin's entertainment district, UTA campus expansion, and dense commercial corridor along I-20 require qualified electricians at every phase of construction and maintenance.
Plumbing Technician
With steady residential growth and massive commercial facilities, Dublin plumbers stay fully booked. The entertainment district alone generates millions in annual plumbing maintenance.
Appliance Repair
Dublin's established residential neighborhoods — Dalworthington Gardens, Pantego, and central Dublin — have homes with aging appliances needing regular service.
Building & Facilities Maintenance
AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, UTA, Dublin ISD, and Ohio Health Resources all need facilities maintenance professionals. Stable, well-paying careers.
Dublin's Trade School — Center of Central Ohio
You don't need to leave Dublin to get a world-class trades education. NTS was built for Central Ohio, for you.
Apply Now — Free to Start →Hands-On Learning, Without the Commute
Our VR training platform lets you practice on virtual equipment that behaves exactly like the real thing. Diagnose a failing compressor. Wire a subpanel. Troubleshoot a clogged drain — all from your home in Dublin.
Dublin has no public transit system, making commuting to a physical campus a real challenge. Our 100% online format means you never sit in I-20 or I-30 traffic to get to class.
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Dublin Skilled Trades Salary Guide
Dublin trades salaries reflect the strong demand from the entertainment district, UTA, and residential growth:
| 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. Self-employed contractors often earn 30–50% more.
Dublin Employers Hiring Trades Workers
From healthcare campuses to industrial corridors, Dublin has a deep bench of employers actively recruiting skilled trades workers:
80,000-seat venue requiring full-time HVAC, electrical, and plumbing maintenance teams.
$1.2B retractable-roof stadium with year-round facility maintenance needs.
60,000+ student campus with continuous construction and facility operations.
Major healthcare system with multiple Dublin-area facilities.
78 campuses and facilities needing full-time trades support.
Full-size SUV assembly plant — one of Dublin's largest employers.
Serving Every Dublin Neighborhood
As an online school serving all of Ohio, we help students from every corner of Dublin and surrounding Franklin County communities:
Entertainment District
AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, and surrounding hotels and restaurants. Massive commercial HVAC and electrical demand.
East Dublin & Handley
Established residential area with aging systems. Steady appliance repair and HVAC replacement work.
South Dublin & Mansfield Border
New residential construction and growing suburban demand for all trades.
Central Dublin & UTA
University-adjacent development with mixed commercial and residential needs.
North Dublin & Pantego
Mature neighborhoods with ongoing renovation and system replacement demand.
West Dublin & Dalworthington Gardens
Affluent residential area with high-value HVAC and electrical upgrade demand.
Frequently Asked Questions — Trade School in Dublin
Dublin Needs More Skilled Workers.
Become One of Them.
Talk to an enrollment advisor today about which program fits your goals, schedule, and budget. There's no cost to apply and no obligation.
- Free to apply — no enrollment fee
- $3,995 Per Program — Flexible Payment Plans Available
- 100% online — start from anywhere in Columbus
- Advisor responds within 1 business day
- Career placement assistance included
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