What is a blue collar job?

alexie

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I often hear the term blue-collar job being used, but I’m not sure exactly what is a blue collar job?. Is it just about manual labor or is there a broader definition? What types of jobs fall under this category, and how do they compare to white-collar jobs?
 
Blue-collar jobs refer to manual labor and skilled trade positions that are more physically demanding and require more practical skills in manufacturing, construction, mining, and transport.
 
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A blue-collar job typically concerns manual or skilled work, such as construction, manufacturing or mechanics, whereas white-collar jobs are office-based and are concerned with management or administration.
 
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