Here at RW Steel, we love what we do. We’re pretty sure that that comes across in a variety of ways – not least of all on this blog. We believe that it’s a sign of passion when you stand up a blog for any sort of business. It’s the perfect way to showcase your team and everything that you stand for. We stand for a lot of things, most predominately our knowledge and skillset to ensure that your home is safe and comfortable. But that’s just one piece of the puzzle. Yes, we’re biased and we believe that it’s the most important piece of the puzzle, but a safe and comfortable house for your loved ones is made up of many components. And when done well, it’s most likely because your contractor is both passionate and experienced. Passion can’t be taught… but the experience can be. That’s what today’s post is all about. Are you looking for a career in construction? Here is our expertise on becoming an expert:
First of all, timing doesn’t matter. You may be younger than ten years old or well into your thirties. Construction is an industry in which you can be trained at any age. So never let that stop you. If you have a passion for any industry or role, you should always go for it. Another way that timing works in your favour is if you get into construction in this day and age. There are so many different online tutorials and informative Websites that allow you to learn in the way that works the best for you. Maybe you have a family at home or you’re trying to juggle multiple jobs. That’s no longer a barrier to getting into construction.
Another decision that can be seen as a barrier is what kind of construction work you want to explore. There are options aplenty and they each come with their own benefits, depending on what you’re interested in and your working style. You may already have a clear and concise plan in your head, but if you don’t – fret not! Back to the whole “Information Age” solution, there are dozens of quizzes that you can take to discern what makes the most sense for you. Two of our favourites are Careers in Construction and this page on different types of roles.
Next up on the list is searching for opportunities to get hands-on experience. Call up local companies to see if you can shadow their employees and get an idea for what a day-in-the-life looks like. You’ll be able to determine the hours, the environment, the team dynamic and in the best-case scenario, gain more experience and potentially even receive future offers from the companies that you connect with. Don’t be nervous about reaching out, these companies will most likely see you as an extra pair of hands and welcome you.
Questions? Let us know. In the spirit of the above advice, this team would love to hear from you.