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CAREERS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

CAREERS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. Opportunity for everyone. CAREERS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. Why consider a career in construction?. The largest industry in the country Opportunity Options You see the results of your efforts.

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CAREERS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

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  1. CAREERSIN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY Opportunity for everyone

  2. CAREERSIN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

  3. Why consider a career in construction? • The largest industry in the country • Opportunity • Options • You see the results of your efforts

  4. What kind of people is the construction industry looking for? • Motivated • Responsible • Career minded • Like to be challenged

  5. What kind of salary is expected in a construction career? • Craft people - $25,000 to $95,000 • Management - $100,000+ • “THE SKY’S THE LIMIT!”

  6. What education and training do I need? • High School • Technical school • Apprenticeship • Earn while you learn

  7. What is an Apprentice? • An apprentice is an individual who learns a craft through classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Classes are taught by skilled journeypersons in that trade, while on-the-job training is overseen by construction employers. Unlike other training programs, apprentices are paid while developing their skills. And as the skill level increases, so will the pay level.

  8. Is the work year round? • Construction is NOT seasonal • The job must get done!

  9. Other frequent questions • Is there travel / relocation opportunity? • Will I be safe? • Are there opportunities for females and minorities? • And most importantly – • How do I get started?

  10. Contacts • Washington Area Apprenticeship & Training Directors Association c/o Washington Building Trades Council 5829 Allentown Road Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-8134

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