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Median Age of US Construction Workforce Increases to 42

National Association of Home Builders

Aging workers and ongoing labor shortage are major headwinds; unfilled jobs in the construction sector reached a post-Recession high in March

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Solutions for Finding Skilled Labor

Construction companies that don’t want to fall victim to the skilled labor shortage need to think about their strategies for recruiting employees

Construction companies should identify and begin recruiting local individuals before they begin college.

Fort Wayne Trade Program Exposes High Schoolers to Concrete Industry

Concrete Crew allows students to gain hands-on experience in the trades and get paid.

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10 Best States for Construction Jobs

The bottom line is that nearly all construction companies in all states say they are in hiring mode

When examining key indicators, Washington tops the list as the best state for construction jobs.

Concrete Polishing Council Relaunch Tradesman and Craftsman Certifications

American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC)

The program provides the industry with distinction between skill levels based on knowledge and real-world experience.

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ARDEX Americas, INSTALL Offer Polished Toppings Training

The program reflects marketplace interest in polished concrete and the desire to help contractors provide a complete range of floor coverings.

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Home Builders Institute Expands Training to Military Service Members

New program expands partnership with The Home Depot Foundation to include transitioning military members, spouses and veterans in the Norfolk, VA

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CM Labs Developing Second Manitowoc Crane Training Simulator

CM Labs Simulations, Inc.

CM Labs’ CCS-driven Vortex simulators provide crane operators with direct experience of the benefits and capabilities of CCS equipped cranes

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Celebrate Construction Mentors During Teacher Appreciation Week

From foremen and supervisors to manufacturer trainers, Teacher Appreciation Week extends beyond the classroom, especially for construction employees eager to learn the business

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Norfolk Continental Plant Establishes High School Apprenticeship Program

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The program is designed for students interested in careers in manufacturing.

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Schools, Construction Industry Celebrate Skilled Trades Signing Day

Programs acknowledge high school seniors who have chosen professions or training in the skilled trades

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600+ Students Train on Concrete Equipment, Technology and Mix Design

GOMACO Corporation

Hundreds of students attended GOMACO University to learn more about the equipment, G+ controls, 3D machine guidance and concrete mix design

Field service technicians from the GOMACO Service Department teach hands-on skills and troubleshooting techniques in the shop portion of the classes each week. The University is equipped with several trainers for students to practice on, including GOMACO University Simulators, GUS I and II.

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