Dallas's Own Trade School
Train for a high-demand career in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliance repair, or building maintenance — 100% online, built for the DFW metroplex by people who know this market inside and out.
Based in Fort Worth. Built for All of DFW.
ETI is headquartered just 30 miles west in Fort Worth, but our programs serve the entire DFW metroplex. Every curriculum module accounts for the equipment, codes, climate, and employers that define the Dallas market — because North Texas is one connected economy.
- 100% online — study from anywhere in Dallas, no commute
- VR training modules that simulate real equipment and scenarios
- Approved by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
- Career placement assistance with DFW employers
- WIOA-eligible — financial assistance may be available
- 5 programs covering the trades in highest demand locally
Why Dallas Is One of the Best Cities in America to Start a Trade Career
Dallas has been the number one metro in the U.S. for population growth five years running. Every new resident needs housing, infrastructure, and services — and every one of those things requires skilled trades workers.
The Texas Instruments expansion in Sherman alone represents a $30 billion long-term investment that's already pulling electricians and HVAC techs from across the region. Closer to home, the Convention Center rebuild, Deep Ellum redevelopment, and Southern Dallas revitalization are creating thousands of trades jobs. The DFW metroplex adds roughly 150,000 people per year — and the infrastructure simply can't keep up. That means one thing: there are more trades jobs than people to fill them.
Trade Programs Built for the Dallas Market
Five programs covering the trades in highest demand across Dallas County. Our curriculum is built around the equipment, codes, and climate conditions specific to this market.
HVAC Technician
Dallas summers regularly exceed 105°F, making HVAC the single most critical trade in the metro. Between new construction, aging systems in established neighborhoods, and commercial growth, demand never slows.
Electrical Technician
Dallas's data center corridor, TI expansion, and massive residential growth require qualified electricians at unprecedented scale. From rough-in wiring to smart home integration, opportunity is everywhere.
Plumbing Technician
With 500,000+ new residents in five years, the plumbing demand in Dallas is relentless. New construction, remodels in Oak Cliff and East Dallas, and commercial projects keep plumbers fully booked.
Appliance Repair
Dallas's established neighborhoods — Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Preston Hollow — have homes with major appliances needing regular service. The growing rental market adds steady demand.
Building & Facilities Maintenance
Dallas ISD, Baylor Scott & White, UT Southwestern, and major commercial properties all need facilities maintenance professionals. One of the most stable career paths available.
Dallas's Trade School — Serving the Entire Metroplex
You don't need to step foot on a campus to get a world-class trades education. ETI was built for DFW, for you.
Apply Now — Free to Start →Hands-On Learning, Without the Commute
Our VR training platform lets you practice on virtual equipment that behaves exactly like the real thing. Diagnose a failing compressor. Wire a subpanel. Troubleshoot a clogged drain — all from your home in Dallas.
Dallas traffic is legendary. Our 100% online format means you never sit in I-35 or I-635 traffic to get to class. Study from Oak Cliff, Plano, Garland, or anywhere in the metroplex — and still be job-ready on day one.
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Dallas Skilled Trades Salary Guide
Dallas trades salaries reflect the massive demand created by the metro's explosive growth. Here's what skilled trades workers earn in the Dallas area:
| 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 DFW MSA. Self-employed contractors often earn 30–50% more. Union wages in Dallas County run $5–$12/hr above non-union positions.
Dallas Employers Hiring Trades Workers
From healthcare campuses to industrial corridors, Dallas has a deep bench of employers actively recruiting skilled trades workers:
$30B+ Sherman fab investment pulling trades talent from across DFW.
Largest nonprofit healthcare system in Texas. Constant facility expansion.
230+ campuses needing full-time maintenance, HVAC, and electrical support.
Major medical campus with continuous expansion and facility needs.
Global HQ in downtown Dallas. Massive telecom infrastructure needs.
Expanding transit system with stations, rail lines, and facilities needing trades support.
Serving Every Dallas Neighborhood
As an online school serving all of Texas, we help students from every corner of Dallas and surrounding Dallas County communities:
Oak Cliff & Bishop Arts
Rapid revitalization with new mixed-use construction and historic renovation. Demand for all trades on both modern and legacy buildings.
Deep Ellum & East Dallas
Entertainment district redevelopment plus residential growth. Electricians and plumbers stay booked solid.
Uptown & Victory Park
High-rise residential and commercial corridor. HVAC and electrical demand driven by dense urban construction.
Lake Highlands & Richardson
Established residential base with aging systems. Steady appliance repair and HVAC replacement demand.
South Dallas & Fair Park
Major revitalization investment. New residential construction creating entry-level and experienced trades opportunities.
Downtown & Design District
Convention Center rebuild and commercial expansion. Large-scale commercial trades projects for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions — Trade School in Dallas
Dallas Deserves More Skilled Workers.
Become One of Them.
Talk to an enrollment advisor today about which program fits your goals, schedule, and budget. There's no cost to apply and no obligation.
- Free to apply — no enrollment fee
- WIOA-eligible — financial assistance may be available
- 100% online — start from anywhere in Fort Worth
- Advisor responds within 1 business day
- Career placement assistance included
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