There were 28,970 people employed nationally as installers and repairers of manufactured buildings, mobile homes, and trailers in 1996. The number of job openings will vary from year to year because sales of manufactured homes are sensitive to the economy. Job openings may also vary from month to month since the work is somewhat seasonal. Most mobile home installers learn their skills on the job. Many start out as helpers performing simple tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.
Some experienced workers become supervisors.