The Trades Get Their Own Hiring Platform: go2work Hits 10,000 Workers

go2work, the workforce technology platform built specifically for the construction and skilled trades industry, today announced rapid growth across its verified talent network, now home to more than 10,000 active workers, 100+ employer companies, and over 1,000 jobs posted. As infrastructure investment, data center construction, and major event buildouts strain the national labor pipeline, go2work is positioning itself as the hiring platform of record for the trades — purpose-built for how electricians, plumbers, carpenters, HVAC technicians, welders, and masons actually work.

Traditional job boards were built for office workers. The trades have been underserved by hiring tools that don’t understand certifications, jobsite realities, or the way skilled workers earn their reputation — project by project. go2work was built from the ground up to fix that.

What go2work Does

go2work is a two-sided marketplace that connects construction employers with verified skilled-trades workers. The platform helps employers post jobs, review matches, and hire qualified workers in days instead of weeks — and gives tradespeople a professional profile, portfolio, and direct line to the companies that need them.

Core platform capabilities include:

• Smart Matching — AI-powered matching connects employers with the most qualified candidates based on skills, experience, and project requirements.
• Community — Workers and employers create posts and events, react, reply, and comment, staying connected to industry updates and their professional networks.
• Project Portfolios — Workers showcase their best work with detailed portfolios, photos, and references from past employers.
• Real-Time Chat — Instant messaging keeps communication flowing between hiring managers and candidates, from first interview through offer.
• Background Checks — Integrated criminal history, employment verification, and license validation give employers peace of mind and workers a portable record of trust.

How It Works

go2work is designed to get both sides of the marketplace moving in minutes — average setup time is under five minutes, and the average time to a first match is 48 hours.

For employers: Post a job describing the project, required skills, and timeline. Get matched with qualified workers based on the criteria that matter. Interview, review portfolios, and hire with confidence.

For job seekers: Create a profile that showcases skills, certifications, and work history. Build a portfolio with photos and details of past projects. Apply to jobs, chat with employers, and land the next gig — all from the web or the go2work mobile app, available on iOS and Android.

Why It Matters

The construction industry needs to add hundreds of thousands of workers each year to keep up with current demand. Houston alone is at the center of an unprecedented build cycle — data centers, LNG and petrochemical capacity, 2026 FIFA World Cup infrastructure, and a sustained residential and commercial pipeline are all competing for the same skilled labor pool. Conventional hiring tools weren’t designed for that velocity, and they weren’t designed for the trades.

go2work’s results so far reflect what happens when a platform is built for the work, not retrofitted to it:

• 48-hour average match time between employer and qualified worker
• 3× faster hires compared to traditional methods
• 4.9-star average worker rating across the network
• 98% satisfaction across active users

“The trades have been asked to use hiring tools built for everyone except them,” said Michael Abreu, CEO and co-founder of go2work. “We built go2work for the electrician who’s between jobs, the GC who needs a crew on Monday, and the apprentice who’s just earning her first credentials. The construction industry runs on trust and verification — go2work is the platform that delivers both at the speed the work actually requires.”

Availability

go2work is available today at go2work.com. The mobile app is available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play. Employers can post their first job and job seekers can create a profile free of charge.