Have you ever marveled at a stunning brick building, intricate stone pathway, or strong concrete structure and wondered how much time, skill, and expertise it took to build and whose job it was to build it - structures like Philadelphia City Hall, the world’s largest free-standing masonry building, Fort Jefferson, the largest brick structure in the Americas, or The Washington Monument, the tallest freestanding masonry structure in the world? Have you ever wondered who is responsible for these masterpieces and what a day in the life of these expert craftworkers might be like?
The founding of America was built on principles of hard work, innovation, and a commitment to building a better future. These same principles are at the heart of the construction trades.
Summer is a season of growth, energy, and opportunity. When you think of summer, you likely think of months filled with outdoor activities, community gatherings, and a sense of renewal. Summer is light, bright, and brimming with adventure and endless possibilities.
If it seems like we talk about safety a lot, it’s because we do. Safety isn’t just a priority in the building trades, it’s the foundation on which every process and procedure is built. It’s the “how” behind everything we do.
The world is changing fast. Rapid advances in technology, automation, and artificial intelligence have transformed almost every industry, the building trades included. New technologies, such as drones, automated machinery, and laser scanning, are being used more and more in construction projects and are changing the way work gets done.
How important is it to be “happy” at work? And how much does your work impact your “happiness”? Very and a lot, according to many recent studies.
The vast and intricate U.S. power grid is made up of 7,300 power plants, nearly 160,000 miles of high-voltage power lines, and millions of miles of low-voltage power lines and distribution transformers, connecting 145 million customers throughout the country, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). This expansive network requires constant maintenance to run smoothly, a responsibility that falls on the shoulders of some of the most important yet often overlooked professionals in the energy sector: Electrical Lineworkers.
Spring is a season of new beginnings and growth. Flowers blooming, buds bursting into vibrant greens, birds singing, and longer, lighter days remind us that, no matter how dark and dreary some seasons may be, spring always comes bringing a fresh start and new growth.
If you’ve been paying attention to the news over the last few years, you’ve likely heard that the construction field is ripe with opportunity, as are careers in the building trades. Both are undeniably true! Construction is booming, and skilled trades are in extremely high demand.
The future is brighter than ever for women in the building trades, and we owe it all to the trailblazing women who came before us. These pioneers not only broke through huge barriers, carving a space for themselves in a traditionally male-dominated field but also laid a strong foundation for future generations.
