FIRE
If there is any a proof available that businesses in the FIRE industry can succeed, it is the story of Stream Global Services, a customer service support center which is located in Watertown. After a recent addition of 350 employees, the company thrusted itself into the top-five largest employers of the County.
The proven success of other FIRE businesses and affordable cost of labor that’s demonstrated below make Jefferson County a smart location for businesses in the industry.
|
Median Hourly Wage of FIRE Workers |
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|
Standard Occupational Classification |
Occupation |
Capital/Northern New York NMA |
New York |
United States |
|
43-3031 |
$15.14 |
$18.22 |
$16.36 |
|
|
43-4131 |
$14.98 |
$17.69 |
$16.33 |
|
|
43-4141 |
New Accounts Clerks |
$12.87 |
$15.75 |
$14.63 |
Source: BLS, 2010
Spotlight
The Food Industry
Jefferson County’s unique characteristics, from market and materials access to stateside and international shipping routes, are synergistically aligned with the unique needs of food processors.
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