03/27/2026 | Press release | Archived content
While AI is often discussed in terms of job displacement, Randstad USA data reveals it is actually fueling a massive demand for skilled trades to build and maintain physical infrastructure. With vacancies for robotics technicians up 113% and hiring times for trades now exceeding those for desk-based roles, the report warns that the AI boom could stall without urgent investment in specialized technical training and upskilling.