Despite rising unemployment and a slowing economy, many employers are still finding it hard to find enough skilled workers to fill certain positions.
The 10 Hardest Jobs to Fill, as reported by U.S. employers for 2008, are:
1. Engineers
2. Machinists/Machine Operators (10)*
3. Skilled Trades
4. Technicians (4)
5. Sales Representatives (1)
6. Accounting & Finance Staff (8)
7. Mechanics (3)
8. Laborers (9)
9. IT Staff
10. Production Operators
* Rank in 2007 Top 10 Hardest Jobs to Fill
Source: Manpower