As the U.S. faces ongoing shortages of skilled tradespeople, hospitals and health systems are preparing for those gaps to affect their own operations. Health system leaders told Becker’s roles such as mechanics and electricians are critical to daily hospital operations. At Hartford (Conn.) HealthCare, skilled trades have emerged as a critical focus area, Chief People Officer Rosemary Sheehan told Becker’s. The state is projected to face shortages in multiple areas, including general maintenance mechanics with expertise in carpentry, plumbing, painting and minor electrical work, as well as HVAC technicians, electricians and medical equipment mechanics.

“These gaps are being driven by multiple factors: rising demand for skilled trades to support infrastructure and private-sector projects, h

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