Mason'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 Mason.
NTS is headquartered in Cincinnati — just 20 minutes west. Our programs are built for the Central Ohio market that Mason sits squarely in the center of. Every curriculum module accounts for the local equipment, codes, climate, and employers.
- 100% online — study from anywhere in Mason, 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 Mason Is a Top City for Skilled Trades Careers
Mason 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 Mason's residential market, from established neighborhoods in East Mason to new builds in South Mason, 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 Mason Market
Five programs covering the trades in highest demand across Mason and central Hamilton County.
HVAC Technician
Mason 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
Mason'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, Mason plumbers stay fully booked. The entertainment district alone generates millions in annual plumbing maintenance.
Appliance Repair
Mason's established residential neighborhoods — Dalworthington Gardens, Pantego, and central Mason — have homes with aging appliances needing regular service.
Building & Facilities Maintenance
AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, UTA, Mason ISD, and Ohio Health Resources all need facilities maintenance professionals. Stable, well-paying careers.
Mason's Trade School — Center of Central Ohio
You don't need to leave Mason 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 Mason.
Mason 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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Mason Skilled Trades Salary Guide
Mason 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.
Mason Employers Hiring Trades Workers
From healthcare campuses to industrial corridors, Mason 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 Mason-area facilities.
78 campuses and facilities needing full-time trades support.
Full-size SUV assembly plant — one of Mason's largest employers.
Serving Every Mason Neighborhood
As an online school serving all of Ohio, we help students from every corner of Mason and surrounding Hamilton County communities:
Entertainment District
AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, and surrounding hotels and restaurants. Massive commercial HVAC and electrical demand.
East Mason & Handley
Established residential area with aging systems. Steady appliance repair and HVAC replacement work.
South Mason & Mansfield Border
New residential construction and growing suburban demand for all trades.
Central Mason & UTA
University-adjacent development with mixed commercial and residential needs.
North Mason & Pantego
Mature neighborhoods with ongoing renovation and system replacement demand.
West Mason & Dalworthington Gardens
Affluent residential area with high-value HVAC and electrical upgrade demand.
Frequently Asked Questions — Trade School in Mason
Mason 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 Cincinnati
- Advisor responds within 1 business day
- Career placement assistance included
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