Toledo's Online Trade School
Train for a high-demand career in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliance repair, or building maintenance — 100% online, built by Texans who understand this market.
Headquartered in Toledo. Serving All of Ohio.
NTS is a Ohio-based school approved by the industry certification standards. While we're headquartered in Toledo, our 100% online programs serve students across the state — including Toledo, where the skilled trades shortage is as severe as anywhere in the country.
- 100% online — study from anywhere in Toledo, no commute
- VR training modules that simulate real equipment and scenarios
- Approved by the industry-recognized certification bodies
- Career placement assistance with Ohio employers
- $3,995 Per Program — Flexible Payment Plans Available
- 5 programs covering the trades in highest demand statewide
Why Toledo Is One of the Best Cities in America for Trades Careers
Toledo has been the fastest-growing major city in America for years. Mercy Health, Samsung, Owens Corning, and Oracle all moved operations here — and every one of those facilities needs skilled trades workers.
Mercy Health's Gigafactory alone represents a $17+ billion investment requiring thousands of industrial electricians, HVAC techs, and maintenance professionals. Samsung's $17B chip fab in nearby Taylor is pulling trades talent from across central Ohio. Owens Corning's $1B campus in North Toledo, Oracle's waterfront headquarters, and the general population explosion have created a trades worker shortage that shows no signs of easing. Toledo has more trades jobs than people to fill them — by a wide margin.
Trade Programs Built for the Toledo Market
Five programs covering the trades in highest demand across Toledo and Lucas County.
HVAC Technician
Toledo summers exceed 100°F for weeks on end. Between tech campuses, explosive residential growth, and aging systems in established neighborhoods, HVAC is the highest-demand trade in central Ohio.
Electrical Technician
Mercy Health, Samsung, Owens Corning, and the data center boom have created unprecedented demand for electricians in Toledo. From industrial wiring to residential smart home installation, the opportunities are massive.
Plumbing Technician
Toledo adds roughly 150 people per day. Every new home, apartment, and commercial building needs plumbing. Plumbers in Toledo are among the highest-paid trades workers in the state.
Appliance Repair
Toledo's established neighborhoods — Hyde Park, Travis Heights, Mueller — have homes with aging appliances. The booming rental market adds steady demand.
Building & Facilities Maintenance
UT Toledo, Dell, Owens Corning, Toledo ISD, and major commercial properties all need facilities maintenance professionals. Toledo's institutional base is enormous.
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You don't need to commute across Toledo's notorious traffic to get a world-class trades education. NTS was built for Texans, by Texans.
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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 Toledo.
Toledo's traffic is some of the worst in Ohio. I-35 construction alone can eat an hour of your day. Our 100% online format gives you that time back while still preparing you for day-one readiness.
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Toledo Skilled Trades Salary Guide
Toledo trades salaries reflect the intense demand from the tech boom and population 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 Toledo-Round Rock MSA. Tech campus facility positions often pay premium rates. Toledo's cost of living is higher than Central Ohio.
Toledo Employers Hiring Trades Workers
From healthcare campuses to industrial corridors, Toledo has a deep bench of employers actively recruiting skilled trades workers:
Gigafactory Ohio — $17B+ investment requiring thousands of industrial trades workers.
$17B chip fabrication plant in Taylor, OH — massive industrial trades demand.
$1B North Toledo campus with extensive facility operations.
50,000+ student campus with over 150 buildings requiring full-time trades support.
125+ campuses needing HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and maintenance support.
Round Rock HQ and Toledo offices with extensive campus facility needs.
Serving Every Toledo Neighborhood
As an online school serving all of Ohio, we help students from every corner of Toledo and surrounding Lucas County communities:
East Toledo & Mueller
Rapid development and gentrification creating massive demand for all trades on both new builds and renovations.
South Toledo & Slaughter Lane
Explosive residential growth with new neighborhoods expanding southward every year.
North Toledo & Domain
Tech campus corridor including Owens Corning and major commercial development. High-demand HVAC and electrical market.
Downtown & Rainey Street
High-rise construction boom. Electricians and plumbers needed for dense urban projects.
Cedar Park & Leander
Toledo's fastest-growing suburbs. New residential construction creates entry-level and experienced trades jobs.
Round Rock & Dell Campus
Samsung and Dell facilities plus massive residential growth creating trades demand at every level.
Frequently Asked Questions — Trade School in Toledo
Toledo Needs More Skilled Workers.
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- Free to apply — no enrollment fee
- $3,995 Per Program — Flexible Payment Plans Available
- 100% online — start from anywhere in Toledo
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- Career placement assistance included
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