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The skilled and hourly workers make up a big percentage of the American work force. Many are entry level jobs held by students and part time people, however ¾ of the work force is over 25. There is high turnover in many of the positions but much of this is in entry level positions and general labor categories. Many of the skilled workers, such as machinists, electricians, plumbers, medical assistants, and nurses aides to name a few, see work a very satisfying and in fact their job as a career.
A major difference between the hourly worker and the salaried worker is that the hourly worker generally want to work close to home and in most cases will not relocate. It is a waste of time for everyone to offer jobs to hourly workers that are not within their desired driving radius. Also employers don’t want to waste their time interviewing people who are too far away from the work location
When many of the hourly workers are changing jobs, it is not to advance into management, but rather find a better fit between their skills and an employer. Everyone, regardless of job position, would like more money. An hourly worker in many cases can be just as loyal to their profession as the managerial and professional people. The turnover statistics reflect people looking for work which is closer to home, has better hours, or better working conditions.