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Top Frontline Industries by Demand and Wage Growth: Q1 2025 Report

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Resume Now and Talroo partner to reveal which industries are most in need of essential workers—and where pay is rising fastest

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In Q1 2025, trucking wages surged 16%, and job postings for frontline roles outpaced available candidates across nearly every major sector in the U.S. To provide a comprehensive analysis of the frontline labor market, Resume Now®, a simple and effective resume and cover letter building service, and Talroo, a leading provider of AI-driven job advertising for attracting frontline and skilled trades professionals, have partnered to deliver the Top Frontline Industries by Demand and Wage Growth: Q1 2025 Report, based on data between January 1, 2025March 31, 2025.

“Despite continued uncertainty across sectors and broader economic concerns, the need for skilled frontline workers remains strong—and in many industries, it’s growing,” said Thad Price, CEO of Talroo.

Frontline workers are the backbone of the economy, and these essential roles are seeing both rising wages and hiring challenges. The report identifies the industries experiencing the biggest hiring gaps and the highest wage growth— providing valuable insight for both job seekers and employers navigating the current labor market.

The 10 Frontline Industries with the Biggest Talent Gaps
These industries saw the largest mismatch between job postings (demand) and candidate supply (resumes) in Q1 2025. The top ten industries with the biggest talent gaps, in order from highest to lowest:

Trucking Allied healthcare CaregivingCustomer service Manufacturing Retail Administrative Sales Food services Warehousing

What the Data Tells Us About Frontline Hiring Demand
As measured by resumes per job post and comparing year over year, additional insight about the most in-demand frontline industries includes:

1. Trucking – High Demand, Fewer Applicants

The trucking industry continues to face a qualified labor shortage, resulting in fewer applicants per job and steady demand for new drivers.Job seekers with a CDL or logistics experience can find strong opportunities with competitive wages, although policy and economic changes in Q2 2025 may result in shifts.

2. Allied Healthcare & Caregiving – More Jobs, Fewer Candidates

Hospitals, nursing homes, and home healthcare agencies are struggling to fill essential roles.Positions such as medical assistants, caregivers, and patient care technicians are seeing increased demand, creating more opportunities for job seekers with relevant skills or training.

3. Customer Service & Retail – Fewer Job Seekers, More Openings

These industries continue to experience hiring challenges, as the number of active and qualified job seekers has dropped significantly compared to 2024.With fewer qualified applicants, job seekers may find faster interview timelines and better leverage in negotiating flexibility or wages—especially in urban markets.

4. Manufacturing & Warehousing – Still Hiring, But Improving Balance

While these sectors remain in high demand, applicant availability has improved slightly compared to other industries.Despite being a particularly tumultuous policy time for this industry, job seekers with experience in logistics, production, or warehouse operations can still find ample opportunities.

5. Sales & Food Services – Shifting Landscapes

Interest in sales and food service roles has declined, creating hiring difficulties for employers, although these trends will vary state-by-state.Job seekers considering these fields may have greater leverage in negotiating pay and schedules due to labor shortages or due to state regulations such as California’s recent regulations of food service wages.

6. Administrative Roles – A Stable Job Market

The admin sector maintains a steady balance of jobs and applicants.Data entry, scheduling, and support staff roles remain reliable.

“Despite continued uncertainty across sectors and broader economic concerns, the need for skilled frontline workers remains strong—and in many industries, it’s growing,” said Thad Price, CEO of Talroo. “From trucking to healthcare, employers are still struggling to fill essential roles that keep our communities running. This data provides a clear call to action: to invest in smarter recruiting strategies, support workforce development, and help more people connect with meaningful, high-demand jobs.”

Where Wages Are Rising Fastest for Frontline Workers
This ranking highlights the year-over-year hourly wage increases these in-demand industries experienced. Six of the top ten frontline industries saw above-average wage increases in Q1 2025. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national average total compensation increase in 2024 was 3.8%.

Ordered from highest to lowest, these are the top 10 most in-demand frontline industries by wage growth:

1. Trucking

Q1 Wage Growth: 16%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $25.492024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $22.05

2. Warehousing

Q1 Wage Growth: 15%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $19.782024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $17.23

3. Administrative

Q1 Wage Growth: 10%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $22.132024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $20.20

4. Customer Service

Q1 Wage Growth: 10%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $19.152024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $17.42

5. Caregiving

Q1 Wage Growth: 8%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $16.822024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $15.56

6. Retail

Q1 Wage Growth: 7%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $17.442024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $16.27

7. Allied Healthcare

Q1 Wage Growth: 3%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $33.802024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $32.78

8. Sales

Q1 Wage Growth: 3%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $16.952024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $16.50

9. Food Services

Q1 Wage Growth: 3%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $16.132024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $15.63

10. Manufacturing

Q1 Wage Growth: -1%2025 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $22.752024 Q1 Avg Hourly Wage: $23.06

What’s Driving Wage Increases in 2025

Trucking and Warehouse wages surged in Q1 2025 with double-digit wage spikes (16% and 15% growth), hitting new heights not seen since 2022. This followed a protracted softening of wages dating back to 2023. With these two industries anticipated to be impacted by tariffs and other social policies, it will be interesting to monitor how employers respond in Q2 2025.Although trucking wages are challenging to analyze in aggregate—due to the industry’s use of per-mile, per-diem, and other variable pay models—the wage increases reflected in the Frontline Worker Index align closely with recent industry data. These include the National Transportation Institute’s report of the “strongest year-over-year gains in a year,” the Driver Pay Index rising to 134, and TruckingDive’s observation that pay in the 50-to-55 cent per mile range has become more prevalent for drivers with one to three years of experience.Administrative roles saw a 10% rise, reaching $22.13.Customer Service, Caregiving, and Retail saw similar gains, growing 10%, 8% and 7% respectively.Allied Healthcare remained the highest-paying industry for frontline workers in Q1 2025, with an average hourly wage of $33.80, reflecting a modest 3% annual increase.Sales and Food Services experienced modest growth of 3%, reaching $16.95 and $16.13, respectively.Manufacturing was the only industry to see a (very) slight decline (-1%) in average frontline worker wages compared to Q1 2024, experiencing a turbulent start to 2025. It continues to grapple with the ripple effects of global tariffs and evolving social policies. Whether these measures will ultimately revitalize domestic manufacturing—and lift wages in the coming quarters—remains uncertain.

“With so many frontline industries experiencing labor shortages and rising wages, now is the perfect time for job seekers to position themselves for success,” said Keith Spencer, career expert at Resume Now. “To stand out, workers should focus on crafting resumes that emphasize their most valuable skills. Truck drivers, for example, should highlight certifications like a CDL endorsement or experience with logistics software. Warehouse workers can showcase OSHA safety training and inventory management expertise. By tailoring resumes with industry-specific keywords and demonstrating problem-solving abilities, frontline workers can maximize their job opportunities and take advantage of the current hiring trends.”

Methodology:
The rankings are based on Talroo’s Frontline Worker Index, which tracks job posting demand, resume supply, wage trends, scheduling shifts, and the broader economic forces shaping the frontline labor market. Powered by Talroo’s first-party data, the index processes 26 million job posts monthly, capturing 187 million data points across industries and regions.

Explore the full Q1 2025 Frontline Worker Index at https://www.resume-now.com/job-resources/careers/frontline-index-report or https://www.talroo.com/talroo-frontline-worker-index/ or contact Joseph Santaella at joseph.santaella@bold.com.

About Resume Now
Since 2005, Resume Now has offered job seekers a fast and easy way to create a beautifully designed, expert-backed resume. With pre-written, industry-specific phrases and recruiter-approved templates, the award-winning builder enables users to create a polished and professional resume in minutes. Resume Now has been featured in major outlets such as Fortune, Forbes, and more. Stay connected with Resume Now’s latest updates on Facebook and LinkedIn.

About Talroo
Talroo is a data-driven talent matching platform built to help businesses source and attract frontline and skilled trades workers that traditional job boards overlook. By leveraging real-time applicant tracking system (ATS) data and AI-driven technology, Talroo is reinventing the job board. Powering millions of job searches daily, Talroo optimizes hiring cost and outcomes through its proprietary Apply Intelligence™ technology, apply signals, and behavioral insights.
Recognized for innovation in talent acquisition, Talroo has earned multiple industry awards, including the Lighthouse Research & Advisory HR Tech Award and a Brandon Hall Group Gold Award for Excellence. Talroo has also been named a Leader in Recruitment Marketing and Easiest to Do Business With by G2 based on customer satisfaction and peer reviews. Learn more at http://www.talroo.com.

About Frontline Worker Index
The Frontline Worker Index (FWI) delivers near real-time insights into labor market dynamics for frontline and essential workers. Powered by Talroo’s first-party data, the index processes 26 million job posts monthly, capturing 187 million data points across industries and regions. Analyzing trends in job supply and demand, wages, work schedules, education and experience requirements, and valued benefits, FWI equips HR professionals and recruiters with the data needed to attract, hire, and retain talent in a competitive market. Learn more at https://www.talroo.com/talroo-frontline-worker-index/.

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Joseph Santaella, Resume Now, 787-236-9388, joseph.santaella@bold.com, https://www.resume-now.com/

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DCCM Acquires Dynamic Solutions, LLC Expanding Water Resources Expertise

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DCCM has acquired Dynamic Solutions, LLC, a consulting firm recognized for advanced water resources, hydraulic, and hydrodynamic modeling. Dynamic Solutions expands DCCM’s technical capabilities in water and environmental modeling to better serve complex infrastructure and water-related client needs. Dynamic Solutions, founded in 1996 and offering services including watershed/hydrology studies, sediment transport, water quality, and ecological modeling, will continue operating with its existing leadership and team.

HOUSTON, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — DCCM, a national provider of design, consulting, and program and construction management professional services, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Dynamic Solutions, LLC, a specialized consulting firm known for advanced water resources, hydraulic, and hydrodynamic modeling.

“This acquisition expands DCCM’s technical capabilities in advanced water and environmental modeling while strengthening our ability to serve clients facing complex infrastructure and water-related challenges,” said James F. (Jim) Thompson, PE, Chairman and CEO of DCCM.

Founded in 1996, Dynamic Solutions is nationally recognized for its expertise in hydraulic and hydrodynamic modeling, watershed and hydrology studies, sediment transport, water quality, and ecological modeling. The firm supports clients across federal, state, and local markets, as well as select technical advisory engagements, delivering analytical solutions for complex water and environmental challenges.

Dynamic Solutions operates from offices in Knoxville, Tennessee; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Columbus, Mississippi; and Hamilton, Ohio, supporting projects nationwide.

“This acquisition expands DCCM’s technical capabilities in advanced water and environmental modeling while strengthening our ability to serve clients facing complex infrastructure and water-related challenges,” said James F. (Jim) Thompson, PE, Chairman and CEO of DCCM. “Dynamic Solutions brings a depth of expertise and a reputation for technical excellence that aligns well with our long-term growth strategy.”

Dynamic Solutions will continue to operate with its existing leadership and team, maintaining its specialized service offerings and longstanding client relationships.

“Joining DCCM allows us to build on the outstanding work our team is known for while gaining access to broader resources and a national platform,” said Julie Wallen of Dynamic Solutions. “We look forward to continuing to deliver the same high level of service to our clients as part of the DCCM organization.”

About Dynamic Solutions, LLC

Dynamic Solutions, LLC is a consulting firm specializing in hydraulic and hydrodynamic modeling, watershed and hydrology studies, sediment transport, water quality, and ecological modeling. Founded in 1996, the firm serves public sector and institutional clients across the United States.

About DCCM

DCCM is a provider of design, consulting, and program and construction management professional services focused on infrastructure across the public and private sectors. Through a national platform, DCCM serves a diverse range of end markets.

DCCM is a portfolio company of Court Square Capital Partners.

For more information, please visit www.dccm.com.

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Jessica Steglich, DCCM, 1 7138749162, marketing@dccm.com, dccm.com

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Modine to Participate in Upcoming Oppenheimer Virtual Conference on May 5, 2026

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RACINE, Wis., May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Modine (NYSE: MOD), a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, announced today that it will participate in the Oppenheimer 21st Annual Industrial Growth Conference on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Neil D. Brinker, Modine President and Chief Executive Officer, and Michael B. (Mick) Lucareli, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a virtual fireside chat during the conference on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. Eastern time (12:30 p.m. Central Time).

Live webcasts of the event will be available in the Investor Relations section of Modine’s website www.modine.com. Recordings of the events will be available for 365 days following the webcast.

About Modine
For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™ means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions, Data Centers, and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, and enable the transition to a more sustainable future. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com.

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Kathleen Powers
(262) 636-1687
kathleen.t.powers@modine.com

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Blaize and Winmate Sign Strategic Partnership Agreement to Bring AI to Rugged Systems for Defense and Critical Infrastructure

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Joint solutions combine Blaize’s energy-efficient and industrial-grade AI chips with Winmate’s rugged platforms – including drones, handhelds, vehicle-mounted units, and embedded edge devices used by defense, border security, maritime, and healthcare operators.

TAIPEI and EL DORADO HILLS, Calif., May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Blaize Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: BZAI, Nasdaq: BZAIW) (“Blaize,” the “Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), and Winmate Inc., a publicly traded company in Taiwan, today announced they have signed a Strategic Partnership Agreement (“Agreement”) with an intent to close approximately $15 million in business during the first year. The two companies will integrate Blaize’s AI chips into Winmate’s rugged systems, including drones, handhelds, vehicle-mounted units, and embedded devices that have to keep working in the field, often in places where regular hardware can’t survive.

The companies expect the Agreement to be the start of a much larger, multi-year relationship.

Why this partnership matters

Most AI today runs in large data centers rather than at the edge, where decisions must be made in real time. This model is often impractical for soldiers at remote posts, Coast Guard crew at sea, or medics in field clinics. They often don’t have a reliable network connection, and even when they do, they can’t afford to wait for an application to respond from halfway across the globe.

That’s the gap Blaize and Winmate intend to address through this partnership. Blaize’s chips were designed to industrial grade specifications and run AI directly on the device, with no cloud dependency. Winmate’s systems are purpose-built to perform in extreme environments, including heat, cold, dust, vibration, and rough handling. Together, they deliver real-time AI capabilities exactly where it’s needed, whether in drones, field units, the patrol vehicles, or diagnostic devices.

A fast-growing market

Demand for on-device AI is accelerating. According to BCC Research[1], the global edge AI market is projected to grow from $11.8 billion in 2025 to $56.8 billion by 2030, a 36.9% compound annual growth rate. Defense agencies, governments, hospitals, ports, and critical infrastructure operators all demand AI that can run securely on their equipment, without sending sensitive data over public networks.

From the leaders

“Our customers can’t wait, and they often can’t rely on the cloud. They need AI that runs where the work happens. Winmate makes some of the most capable rugged systems in the industry, and our chips are designed to run AI inside exactly those kinds of devices. This partnership turns a years-long vision into a practical, deployable answer for defense and critical infrastructure operators,” said Dinakar Munagala, CEO of Blaize, Inc.

“Our platforms are deployed on naval vessels, in border outposts, on industrial sites, and in disaster zones – environments where most hardware fails. With Blaize, we can now deliver those same systems with on-device AI built in, giving customers real-time intelligence wherever they operate,” said Ken Lu, Chairman and CEO of Winmate Inc.

Target applications

Border security and surveillance: Real-time threat detection and perimeter monitoringMobile command and control: On-site intelligence and situational awareness for field teamsDrones and unmanned systems: Autonomous navigation and mission execution for UAVs and ground vehiclesCritical infrastructure: Continuous monitoring and predictive analytics for power, ports, and transportationMaritime domain awareness: Vessel tracking and anomaly detection at seaField healthcare: Portable diagnostics and decision support in remote and disaster environments

Deal at a glance

First-year revenue: the parties intend to work in good faith to close approximately $15 million in business, expected to scale meaningfully in subsequent yearsTerm: Three-year initial term, with automatic renewalNext steps: Joint engineering, sales, and marketing execution to bring integrated systems to market, with additional opportunities to be added through follow-on programs

[1] BCC Research, “Global Edge AI Market,” October 2025

About Blaize, Inc.

Blaize delivers a programmable AI platform, purpose-built for AI inference workloads in real-world environments. Its Hybrid AI architecture combines the Blaize GSP (Graph Streaming Processor) with GPU-based infrastructure, enabling AI inference workloads to run across edge, cloud, and data center. Blaize solutions support computer vision, multimodal AI, and sensor-driven applications across smart cities, industrial automation, telecommunications, retail, logistics, and defense. Blaize is headquartered in El Dorado Hills, California, with a global presence across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Visit www.blaize.com or follow us on LinkedIn @blaizeinc.

About Winmate Inc.

Winmate Inc. is a publicly traded global leader in rugged computing systems, delivering industrial-grade platforms – including handhelds, tablets, vehicle-mounted units, panel PCs, and embedded modules – for demanding environments across defense, transportation, energy, healthcare, and industrial markets.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”) that are based on beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to Blaize, including expectations and scope of customer contracts, including the Strategic Partnership Agreement with Winmate, the potential value and the timing of revenue pursuant to such contracts, preliminary estimates of results of operations and guidance on results for future periods, the industry in which Blaize operates, market opportunities, and product offerings. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the following words: “may,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “project,” “potential,” “continue,” “ongoing,” “target,” “seek” or the negative or plural of these words, or other similar expressions that are predictions or indicate future events or prospects, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this document, including but not limited to those factors discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 24, 2026, and other documents filed by Blaize from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Blaize assumes no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law, including the securities laws of the United States and the rules and regulations of the SEC. Blaize does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations.

Blaize Contact

press@blaize.com
www.blaize.com 

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www.blaize.com 

Winmate Inc.

Liu, Chih-Yuan
Tel: +886-2-8511-0288
Email: spokesman1@winmate.com.tw
https://www.winmate.com/ 

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