#WeatherExplained: The Science Behind The Heat Index🥵
Compared to the actual air temperature, the heat index (a.k.a. the feels-like temp.) is a better measure of how the temperature feels to the human body.
Today, Miami International Airport recorded a heat index of 114°F.
BTF is teaming up with @Kohler Co. to promote careers in construction, refer career explorers to skilled trade training programs, & connect job seekers with employers looking for good people. Your donation will be generously matched by Kohler up to $25,000 https://t.co/EOAi9xnJpo
Today BTF is at IBS 2023, honoring our 2022 Champions, for their above-and-beyond commitment, contribution, and collaboration in building a sustainable workforce in residential construction. Come join us as we name them 2022 BTF Champions! #IBS2023#KBIS2023
From literacy to workforce development ... great to speak with Doug Obenour and their initiative at Building Talent Foundation to help educate/inform/train kids & their parents about the vast opportunities in the trades & construction industry -> https://t.co/68E8y6wlNe
The talent shortage in residential construction is not news to anyone. The question is what to do about it. This article offers some strategies employers can follow to fill their job openings and ensure they can meet the growing demand. /1
https://t.co/TNSm6Lcoee
We are proud to announce the renewal of our annual partnership with @Resideo, who has helped us create new opportunities for young people to pursue rewarding careers in the HVAC and security and smart home industries.
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"As more people are happy and growing in their careers, the building industry will gradually develop a reputation for offering rewarding, viable careers, which will in turn help recruitment of new talent into the sector."
The time to invest in employee engagement is now. It helps employers retain their people and makes recruiting efforts more effective.
Read our report from our research on engagement.
https://t.co/BWGDfpQMNH
The goal of this survey is to better understand why people working in construction love or leave their jobs. Your responses are anonymous and totally confidential.
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Link to survey in English: https://t.co/GrPllPlGm5
Link to survey in Spanish: https://t.co/qq232RwyKj
Please share this with your employees so Builders can have a better understanding of how to retain talented workers.
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Link to survey in English: https://t.co/8bHvk6iqHG
Link to survey in Spanish: https://t.co/wP9yXK7ShR
Tune in to @cefga_jobs Facebook page Tuesday, May 18th at 12pm EST to learn how BTF and its partners are working together to create a sustainable workforce in residential construction.
The #MarsHelicopter is really “spreading its wings” now – even pushing beyond my camera's field of view. Watch my view of Flight #3, as Ingenuity takes off on a long run (164 ft/50 m) down its flight zone and back. https://t.co/ESQu9PIL9S
One of the biggest recycling challenges in #OurCounty is "wishful" recycling. Despite our best intentions, non-recyclables might get tossed into the recycle bin. Turn your "wishful" recycling habits into successful recycling behaviors. https://t.co/PDtl9nICqL @miamidadeswm
Congratulations to @FLCareerCollege and @StradaElectric on their new partnership! This partnership has led to the development of an enhanced HVAC curriculum and the building of a new on-campus simulation lab.
It’s official: all adults 18 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. (16 & 17 year olds can also receive the Pfizer vaccine accompanied by a parent/guardian.) Don’t wait a moment longer – find an available location and go get the shot.
https://t.co/dzvw6NxJma
We are excited to announce that the JobsToBuild residential construction jobs platform is live! Create a profile, start your search and get connected to top tier construction jobs quickly. Register on https://t.co/GrL4DEYHF5 #JobsToBuild#JobOpening
We are excited to announce the launch of JobsToBuild, a residential construction jobs platform. Read the full press release here: https://t.co/ZTjssyIfR9
We are excited to announce the launch of @JobsToBuild today, a residential construction jobs platform. The launch of the J2B platform is a major step in our initiative to bring 100,000 new skilled workers into the industry by 2030. Visit https://t.co/pS0YFMowSh