The Skilled Trades Hiring Platform
Built for the Trades. Designed for Opportunity. Connect with opportunities in construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and more — on a skilled trades hiring platform built around skills-first matching and inclusive hiring practices. Workers showcase real work through photos and videos — not resumes.
Why Choose KinTrades?
Skills, Not Resumes
Workers showcase their trade skills with photos and videos of actual work — not resumes. Employers see real skills, real work, real proof.
Quick Setup & Smart Matching
Create your profile in minutes and get smart-matched to employers. Our matching algorithm scores every match on skill fit and suitability — so the right jobs find you.
Inclusive Hiring
Built for skills-first hiring. Employers on KinTrades evaluate what you can do — supporting second-chance, veteran, and alternative-pathway workers who are ready to work.
Built for 45+ Trades · 12 Families
Construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, welding, heavy equipment, transportation, energy, and more — every major skilled trade family.
Hiring Benefits
When an offer is extended, KinTrades helps you identify eligible hiring incentives and claim them — bonding, training reimbursement, and tax credits (up to $25K+ in benefits).
Reliability Scoring
Every worker earns a Reliability Score — a general readiness indicator that helps employers know who's going to show up.
How It Works
Create Profile
Build a quick, sensible profile that showcases what you can do — Add work history, photos, and video to demonstrate your skills.
Get Matched
Browse jobs that match your skills and location. Get notified when new opportunities are posted.
Apply & Connect
Apply to jobs and let employers reach out to you directly to discuss opportunities.
Get Hired
Land interviews, start your new career, and unlock hiring benefits — KinTrades helps you identify and claim bonding, training reimbursement, and tax credits.
Why Skilled Trades Matter
Hiring Benefits Built In
KinTrades helps employers discover incentives they may qualify for — with direct links and step-by-step guidance to claim them.
Available Now
Coming Soon
KinTrades tracks legislation and activates benefits automatically when available.
What People Are Saying
"Correct me if I'm wrong — I've not seen another platform like this one."
— Chief Engineer, Hospitality
"With the platform we are bypassing that [resume sorting]. We're making sure we don't miss... everyone is given a fair judgment."
— Hiring Manager, HVAC
"Everyone deserves a second chance. That's it. Because we learn by making mistakes."
— Employer, Hotel Engineering
"Because of these two things right here — good fit and second chance — I would use this site over any other site."
— Skilled Trades Professional
"It makes you feel like you actually have a chance of getting the job."
— Job Seeker, Skilled Trades
"I would choose this over Indeed."
— Trades Worker, DMV Area
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Start building your future in skilled trades today.
Community Partnerships
KinTrades works with workforce development boards, training programs, community colleges, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations to connect skilled trades talent with real opportunity.
Day of Second Chances
KinTrades partnered with Anacostia River Church to support the Nationwide Day of Second Chances Job Fair in Washington, D.C. (April 2026). Employers including UPS posted open roles on KinTrades and connected with skilled trades workers rebuilding their careers.
Workforce Programs
We partner with workforce organizations to support placement outcomes, grant compliance (GO Virginia, WIOA), and measurable results for their graduates entering the trades.
Become a Partner
Whether you're a nonprofit, training program, community college, or workforce board — KinTrades can support your placement and hiring goals.
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