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What Trades are in Highest Demand?

[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 21, 2024 9:15:00 AM / by Construct Your Future posted in trades, Residential Construction, careers, Construct Your Future, career opportunities, electrical industry

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In the world of construction, the demand for skilled tradespeople has never been higher. 

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Celebrating Unity and Belonging in the Building Trades During Black History Month

[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 9, 2024 10:13:20 AM / by Construct Your Future posted in trades, careers, Construct Your Future, career opportunities, DEI

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In the vibrant world of building trades, the fabric of our workforce is as varied as the projects we undertake. From towering skyscrapers down to the homes we cherish, each project tells a story of collaboration and unity. While the building trades were once seen as an exclusive and homogenous field, those days are, thankfully, further and further behind us. 

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A Fresh New Year, A Fresh New Start: 5 Reasons to Consider a Career in the Trades

[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 5, 2024 4:30:22 PM / by Construct Your Future posted in building trades, apprenticeship, careers, career opportunities

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As we welcome the new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on your career path. Are you feeling stuck in a dead-end or uninspiring job? Do you find yourself wishing for a career that offers opportunities for advancement, fulfilling and meaningful work, great pay, and stability? If so, it might be time to consider a fresh start, and a career in the building trades could be just the change you need! 

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Building Gratitude: Why Trades Workers Love Their Careers

[fa icon="calendar'] Nov 20, 2023 1:08:10 PM / by Construct Your Future posted in building trades, construction industry, trades, careers, benefits

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Ask any tradesperson what they’re thankful for, and you’ll often hear this: my career.

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Is Construction a Good Career for the Future?

[fa icon="calendar'] Oct 30, 2023 9:00:00 AM / by Construct Your Future posted in building trades, construction industry, construction jobs, careers, Construct Your Future, United States Construction

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When it comes to planning our future careers, it's essential to choose paths that not only align with our interests and offer stability, but also promise growth. But in a world that’s constantly changing, it can feel difficult to pinpoint what the “good” options are.

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Exciting Jobs in Construction

[fa icon="calendar'] Oct 18, 2023 12:09:54 PM / by Construct Your Future posted in construction jobs, careers, United States Construction, career opportunities

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When people think of construction, images of hard hats and heavy machinery often come to mind. However, the world of construction is far more diverse and adventurous than many might imagine.

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Building Trades and Baseball: Striking Similarities between Apprenticeships and America's Favorite Pastime

[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 24, 2023 5:08:06 PM / by Construct Your Future posted in building trades, apprenticeship, careers

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In the world of sports, baseball holds a special place in the hearts of many Americans. The crack of the bat, the smell of fresh-cut grass, and the camaraderie of teammates are all part of the timeless charm that makes baseball such a beloved sport.

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The Freedoms of a Good Career in the Building Trades

[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 29, 2023 4:19:24 PM / by Construct Your Future posted in building trades, careers, United States Construction, career opportunities, benefits

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In America, we enjoy many freedoms. We are lucky to have the freedom to think, act, speak, gather, and pursue our passions, not only personally, but in our careers as well. 

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10 Reasons to Choose a Career in the Building Trades

[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 25, 2023 11:33:55 AM / by Construct Your Future posted in building trades, construction jobs, careers, career opportunities

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“Find a job you love and you will never work a day in your life.” We’ve all heard this advice, but it can seem unrealistic and unattainable. After all, how many people you know actually love their job? Likely, very few.

But ask around the building trades, and you’ll find countless people who truly love their jobs!

Why? Here are just 10 of the thousands of reasons: 

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Why a Lineman’s Job is So Important

[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 13, 2023 5:33:42 PM / by Construct Your Future posted in building trades, construction jobs, electrician, careers, electrical industry

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Have you ever stopped to think about how electricity gets to your home or job? You flip a switch and the lights come on, or you plug in your phone charger and it starts charging. But have you ever thought about what happens behind the scenes to make that possible? That's where lineworkers come in.

Lineworkers are skilled professionals who work on both overhead and underground power lines and electrical systems to ensure that electricity is transmitted safely and efficiently across cities, counties, and states. They are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing the infrastructure that carries electricity from power plants to homes, businesses, schools, hospitals, factories, and all of the other buildings and facilities that make up our communities.

Without lineworkers, we wouldn't have electricity. That means no lights, no refrigeration, no heating or air conditioning, no internet…the list goes on and on. But lineworkers aren't just important for our daily conveniences. Lineworkers play a critical role in keeping our modern society running safely and smoothly

When a storm or natural disaster strikes, lineworkers are often first on the scene. They know that even a few minutes without electricity can have a huge economic impact on a community and can put lives in serious danger. They work tirelessly in dangerous and extreme conditions, at all hours of the day or night, to restore the power needed to keep hospitals running during a storm, and students cool during the hottest school days.

It’s no wonder that lineworkers are often called the "unsung heroes" of our society! Their work can be hard and dangerous, and requires immense amounts of expertise, skill, and bravery. Yet they willingly and proudly do this work to ensure that we have the electricity we need to power our lives.

Lineworkers also have a critical role in enabling a bright future for our country and communities. As the world becomes more reliant on electricity, lineworkers are responsible for ensuring that the infrastructure can handle the increased demand by learning and working with cutting-edge technologies to make the power grid more efficient and reliable.

The job of a lineworker is not an easy one, but it’s an important and rewarding one. They are essential to our way of life and play a vital role in our society. So, the next time you turn on a light or charge your phone, take a moment to appreciate the lineworkers who make it all possible!

Interested in becoming a lineworker? Learn more about how to get started with an electrical apprenticeship to join the ranks of these brave men and women!

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