Ask HN: Career Change – Skilled Trades?

I am considering a career change and would love to ask a few questions of anyone who works in the skilled trades. I am 32 and currently work as a k12 educator. I went into education due to the mission, but I'm burning out on the time/emotional investment in relation to the compensation. I have family in the trades (electric & plumbing) - but I would love to hear from anyone who works in advanced manufacturing, automation, or other specializations. - What specialty do you work within? - What was your career path? - Is there is specialty that you believe has a particularly positive outlook for growth and/or career longevity?