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Patricia Koimn
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over 6 months ago

The biggest mistake I made as a #Secretary at #R,L,NelsonConstructionInc ...

Filed something in the wrong place, according to my boss, not to me,

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Michael Carvalho
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over 6 months ago

Are you ready for a new Career? The Construction Industry is changing people’s lives forever, are you one of them? After doing research this is what I found out.

**Construction Careers, All areas of the United States, is hiring.

Take away construction the world would cease to exist as we know it. As essential as water and food is to individual survival, so is construction to modern society. Without houses, apartments, freeways, hotels, power facilities, bridges and massive underground utility systems we'd be back in the Stone Ages. Construction careers can include acitivies such as new construction on roadways, development of large buildings, alterations and repairs to existing structures.

Career opportunities in construction are predicted to grow for many years to come, especially for experienced construction professionals. Notwithstanding the positive, outlook certain construction industries are cyclical and others are very dependent on a stable or thriving economy. Learn more about popular construction careers below.

If you'd like to find out which construction careers provide the most stability we invite you to read The Top 10 Most Stable Construction Jobs.

Occupation Summary Education (Entry level) Median Pay Architect Architects design structures, including residential houses, commercial buildings, and bridges. Architects can work independently as consultants, often own their own business, or work for an architectural or engineering firm. Bachelor's degree $73,090.

Brickmasons, Blockmasons, and Stonemasons Brickmasons, blockmasons, and stonemasons (masons) work with concrete blocks, bricks and other stone-based construction materials to build decorative buildings, vaneers, fences, walls, and walkways. High school diploma or equivalent $44,950.

Carpenter, Carpenters work with wood to build various structures, including furniture, building frameworks, doorframes, rafters, partitioners, cabinetry, and siding. Specialized carpenters can develop elaborate interiors for buildings and homes. High school diploma or equivalent $39,940 per year. This is where I started in the field after the housing market crashed.

Carpet, Floor, and Tile Installers and Finishers Carpet, floor, and tile installers and finishers put in and repair flooring. Job descriptions include installing and repairing tile, vinyl flooring, carpet, decorative stone flooring and wood flooring. Tile installers often remodel kitchens and bathrooms. High school diploma or equivalent $34,540 per year.

Cement Masons, Concrete Finishers, Segmental Pavers, and Terrazzo Workers Cement masons, concrete finishers, and terrazzo workers all work with concrete in the process of construction. They create foundations for buildings, lay patios, build concrete floors, help build dams, and roadways.

High school diploma or equivalent $34,340

Commercial Industrial Designers Industrial designers create the conceptual designs and schematics for all sorts of consumer products, such as appliances, vehicles and toys. They focus on developing unique styles, optimal functionality and the best user experience possible. Bachelor's degree $59,610

Construction Workers Construction workers are typically manual laborers and helpers that perform the basic, physical tasks that are required to construction buildings, homes, bridges and other structures. Their work is typically physically demanding. They offer on-the-job training. Starting out at $32,300 per year.

Construction and Heavy Equipment Operator Construction equipment operators drive and operate heavy equipment and machinery used in excavation, transportation of materials, and construction of building, roadways, bridges and other structures.

High school diploma or equivalent $40,980

Construction and Building Inspectors Construction and building inspectors inspect buildings and structures to make sure they're safe and meet all federal and state building codes, contract specifications, and local ordinances. Bachelor's degree $53,450.

Construction Managers, Construction managers manage the construction process for buildings, bridges, roads and other structures. The are responsible for all aspects of construction, including planning, coordinating, budgeting and supervising construction projects. Bachelor's degree $82,790.

Drafters Drafters use specialized software and design programs to convert designs developed by engineers and architects into plans that be use by construction workers and managers. Drafters may specialize in civil, electrical, architectural or mechanical drafting. Associate's degree $49,630.

Electricians Electricians design, install and repair electrical systems that control lighting, and control systems in homes, buildings, cities, businesses and factories. High school diploma or equivalent $49,840.

Landscape Architects Landscape architects design and develop plans for outdoor landscapes, including parks, homes, buildings, campuses, and other recreation areas. Landscape architects focus both landscape function and aesthetics. Bachelor's degree $64,180.

Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters install and repair pipes that transport gasoline, fuels and other liquids to homes, businesses, factories and cities. High school diploma or equivalent $49,140.

Roofers As their name suggests, Roofers install roofs on residential and commercial buildings. The build roofs using a variety of materials including traditional shingles, asphalt, ceramic and metal. On-the-job training $35,290 starting out at this.

Surveyors, Cartographers, Photogrammetrists, and Surveying Technicians Cartographers and photogrammetrists analyze and interpret geographic data which they collect in order to develop charts and maps for education and political uses. Surveyors and surveying mapping technicians help cartographers and photogrammetrists collect data and take measurements used to create maps. Bachelor's degree $57,440.

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James Davis
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over 6 months ago

When I worked at #Adelphiconstruction I gave great advice when

I worked with great people and I'm kinda ready to go back and learn some more things a

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Steve Ruggles
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over 6 months ago

Building inspector

Have a little patients and consider the fact that we have a lot of experience in the construction industry. Only speaking form my past experience with some of the younger employees.some things don’t change And never will

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Brian Bergeron
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over 6 months ago

What I loved working at #PrecisionDrilling

Money and set schedule

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Steven Mares
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over 6 months ago

When I worked at #FredEichlerConstruction I gave great advice when

There was a time when my co-worker, was struggling building stairs, so I showed him my finish work,( stair case) minus the concrete treds.

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David Snell
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over 6 months ago

What I loved working at #Mitek

Fast paced environment where one had to pay close attention to quality control.

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James Day
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over 6 months ago

Construction laborer

I have experience in all fields of construction and manufacturing. I need work please email me for any type of work.

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David Kessler
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over 6 months ago

The biggest mistake I made as a #Finisher at #VintageGreenmarkconstruction ...

I accidentally put diesel fuel in a non diesel engine.

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Josh Vanhoorebeke
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over 6 months ago

I wanted to work at #Aqualityconstruction because

I enjoy working for Aquality construction I get along with crew and I love what I do

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