Construction Industry Trends to Watch
Expect plenty of job opportunities in the year ahead in the construction industry, from construction equipment operators who prep the site to the carpenters and electricians who bring structures to life. The secret to finding the best jobs will be keeping your skills up-to-date.
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Many HVAC companies offer paid on-the-job training, so you don’t have to pay to learn a trade. Just ask Anthony Strada, who is busy installing air conditioners in homes in Sanford, Florida FL. “You’re generating income out of the gate while you’re learning a very valuable skillset,” he says.
Electrician Adolfo Terrero trained on-the-job and does everything from installing breakers to re-wiring houses. He sees himself becoming a manager at his company in years to come. For Adolfo, it’s all about satisfaction. He says “I’m so proud of my job. You can come back to the job site and can see people smiling, and it’s all because you did a really good job.”
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Matthew McVay became a carpenter 17 years ago and hasn’t looked back. “The most surprising thing about the trades is how easy it becomes after you learn the basic concepts,” he said. “One task builds on the concept of the prior task you learn. Everything is comprehensive knowledge.”
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