I Build America - KY

Building pride, Educating the public, and Recruiting the next generation of construction professionals.

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Sometimes, money talks. Over their careers, workers who followed an apprenticeship pathway to construction made nearly $300,000 more than peers who did not complete an apprenticeship.

Earn while you learn -- and then keep on earning!

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

By engaging with a variety of students and young professionals across various socioeconomic statuses, genders, races, and ability, apprenticeships are helping industries like construction to encourage equity and inclusion.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

By engaging with a variety of students and young professionals across various socioeconomic statuses, genders, races, and ability, apprenticeships are helping industries like construction to encourage equity and inclusion.

#NAW2024 #ibuildamerica

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Want a nearly guaranteed path to a job? Apprenticeships are the way!

94% of all apprentices retain their employment after completing the program. This makes sense: apprentices are trained, paid, and prepared for success in their trades.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Data shows that apprentices often earn more than their peers who did not take the same pathway. Wages may vary based on profession, but on average, apprentices are better off...plus they have the training and skills needed to excel in their careers.

#NAW2024 #ibuildamerica

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Apprenticeships are a key to workforce development in many industries, and this is particularly true for construction.

Join us as we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week!

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

It's National Apprenticeship Week!

Registered Apprenticeship is recognized as a key strategy to improving job quality, and creating access to good-paying, family-sustaining jobs for all.

Do you have an apprenticeship success story? Let's hear it!

#naw2024 #ibuildamerica

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

The U.S. construction industry is experiencing a significant labor shortage, making construction jobs in high demand. This creates ample opportunities for workers to find employment and advance quickly in their careers.

#careersinconstruction #ibuildamericaky

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Safety is a major focus in construction, and the industry has implemented stringent regulations and standards to ensure worker safety. As a result, there are also career opportunities in safety management and compliance.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Construction workers regularly face challenges that require on-the-spot problem-solving. Whether it's adapting designs on-site or troubleshooting machinery, construction is a field where quick thinking and creative solutions are essential.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Construction professionals can find job opportunities worldwide. With large infrastructure projects happening globally, those with expertise in construction management or skilled trades are highly mobile.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Large-scale construction projects, such as bridges, dams, and renewable energy infrastructure, can have far-reaching effects on entire regions or countries. These projects help shape the world’s physical and economic landscape.

#careersinconstruction #ibuildamerica

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Many construction workers transition into starting their own businesses, whether it's a contracting firm, a specialized trade service, or even construction consulting. Our industry offers entrepreneurial pathways for those with drive.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

The construction industry offers a wide range of career paths, from hands-on roles like carpenters, electricians, and plumbers, to management positions such as project managers, site supervisors, and civil engineers.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Construction fosters mentorship, with experienced workers guiding apprentices and younger team members, helping to build not just structures but people’s careers.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Construction projects often require collaboration with architects, engineers, urban planners, and environmental experts. This interdisciplinary teamwork helps workers broaden their knowledge and build a network across various professions.

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[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

The construction industry offers numerous paths for advancement. Workers can start in entry-level positions and, with experience and certifications, move up to supervisory or management roles, even transitioning into business ownership.

#careersinconstruction #ibuildamerica

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

Many trades within construction, like masonry, woodworking, or tile-setting, require high levels of craftsmanship and artistic skill.

Skilled tradespeople are masters of their crafts.

#careersinconstruction #kentucky

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

The opportunity to "earn while you learn" is not found in many careers, and it can change the course of your life by providing hands-on training while earning a salary. No need for loans or starting a career with debt.

#whyconstruction #ibuildamericaky #careersinconstruction

[I Build America - KY @build_ky]

October is Careers in Construction Month, and we invite you to explore the countless opportunities in construction. From the trades to project management, there’s a place for everyone. Let's build, Kentucky.

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