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General Trades Tech - Columbus

Columbus, OH · On-site

$30K - $43K/yr

General Trades Tech - Columbus Job Requisition ID: JR0000002528 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Any (United States of America) Compensation Details: $30,700.42 - $43,475.18 Job Title:General trades ...

CGL Companies

General Trades Technician

Rustburg, VA · On-site

$45K - $56K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

A Brief Overview The General Trades Technician will provide general maintenance to facilities and building maintenance. As Maintenance Technician, you will be a valuable member of the maintenance ...

CGL

General Trades Technician

Rustburg, VA · On-site

$21.92 - $27.26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

A Brief Overview The General Trades Technician will provide general maintenance to facilities and building maintenance. As Maintenance Technician, you will be a valuable member of the maintenance ...

Global Steel Trading Company

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Safety Manager

Detroit, MI · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

They come from the merger of the steel divisions of two of Japan's largest general trading companies. The merger established a global leader in the metals industry. The company has grown since its ...

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Trading Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Trading Specialist Office Location: Dallas, TX About the Team & Role: Join our dynamic team at ... The above information in this has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work ...

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How much do general trading jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for general trading in the United States is $46.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $40.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in general trading roles and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in general trading often encounter challenges such as market volatility, tight profit margins, and rapidly changing regulatory environments. Staying informed about global market trends and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and buyers are essential for managing risk. Additionally, effective communication and negotiation skills are crucial when coordinating transactions across different cultures and time zones. Many successful traders also leverage technology and data analytics to make informed decisions and stay competitive.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a general trader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a General Trader, you need a strong understanding of market analysis, negotiation, and supply chain management, often supported by a business or finance degree. Familiarity with trading platforms, ERP systems, and international trade regulations is typically required. Strong networking, adaptability, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for identifying opportunities, managing risks, and building lasting business relationships in a competitive marketplace.

What is general trading?

General trading refers to the business activity of buying and selling a wide variety of goods, rather than specializing in one specific product category. Companies engaged in general trading often import, export, and distribute products such as electronics, foodstuffs, textiles, and household goods. These businesses play a key role in connecting manufacturers and consumers across different markets, sometimes acting as intermediaries. General trading companies must comply with local regulations and often require special licenses to operate.

What is the difference between General Trading vs Sales Executive?

AspectGeneral TradingSales Executive
Primary RoleManaging import/export, procurement, and distribution of goods across various industriesSelling products or services to clients, building customer relationships
Required SkillsKnowledge of trading regulations, logistics, negotiationCommunication, persuasion, customer service
Work EnvironmentTrading companies, import/export firms, warehousesRetail, corporate sales, client offices
CertificationsBusiness or trade-related certifications often preferredSales certifications or experience beneficial

While both roles involve client interaction and industry knowledge, General Trading focuses on managing the flow of goods across borders and markets, whereas Sales Executives concentrate on selling products directly to customers. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right opportunities in the trading and sales sectors.

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Infographic showing various General Trading job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,229 per year, or $46.3 per hour.

General Trades-Skilled Laborer- Self Performance

Shiel Sexton Company, Inc.

Indianapolis, IN

$15.25 - $19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

General Trade Skilled Laborer at Shiel Sexton:

The General Trade Skilled Laborer works as a member of a diverse crew performing a variety of interior and exterior construction responsibilities including framing, hardware, accessory installation, hanging doors, demolition and general construction duties and be on the path to becoming a Carpenter.

Role Expectations and Competencies:

  • Completes tasks with a high attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively communicate through verbal communication.
  • Demonstrates ability to contribute value in a team setting.
  • Assures that the general trades – self-performance crew acts with integrity and employs ethical behavior during all stages of the estimating projects and follows the Shiel Sexton “Expect More” brand.
  • Exhibits an established and growing technical expertise.
  • Demonstrates a dedication to personal responsibility through the ability to overcome obstacles and produce tangible results.
  • Working with tape measure, hand tools, bubble and laser levels, power tools, and various other construction equipment to tear down, remodel, build and renovate.
  • Readiness to learn and grow your construction skills from industry leading professionals while maintaining the highest level of integrity and ethics.
  • Able to be on time and present every day for work.

Experience and Qualifications:

  • Three to five years of experience in commercial concrete construction
  • Construction operations experience is preferred

At Shiel Sexton we offer:

  • Medical, dental and vison benefits
  • Dependent Care, Medical Savings Account and Health Savings account with employer contribution
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan; as a team we win together
  • Traditional and Roth 401k match
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Four company sponsored events a year
  • Life insurance, short & long-term disability.
  • Fitness Membership Reimbursement
  • Annual 40% off boot vouchers.
  • ½ price Indianapolis Zoo and Children’s Museum memberships
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Many additional voluntary benefits

Working Conditions:

Personnel Management |40+ Hours/week |Dynamic work schedule dependent on project status |Working construction environment |Outdoor/Construction Site Work/Office setting |Moderate Safety Risk |Deadline Requirements |Delivery of accurate and completed project

Please note sponsorship and/or relocation are not available for this position.

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies: Shiel Sexton prefers to recruit candidates directly, rather than through a third-party recruiter or agency. Do not submit or present your candidate(s) through any means (e-mail, fax, phone, mail, verbal referral) to Shiel Sexton or any employee of Shiel Sexton. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to Shiel Sexton by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement in place for the specific position or without a specific open requisition, Shiel Sexton explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. To request consideration as a Recruiting Vendor, please contact our human resources department.

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