Career Pathways in Demand

CONSTRUCTION AND OTHER TRADES

Industry Snapshot: Construction Jobs

  • Even though news accounts say that housing construction is slowing, Southern California’s construction sector represents the State’s largest, providing approximately 325,000 jobs.
  • 25% of construction jobs pay more than $26/hour.
  • Skilled and experienced construction workers earn an average $30.42/hour.

The Strategy:
Acquire the skills and resources needed to access plentiful high-wage career opportunities in the Building and Construction Trades. These opportunities include hands-on experiences at local construction sites, pre-apprenticeship construction skills training, hazardous waste and refinery safety operations training, job development, and assistance in preparing to meet entry requirements for numerous local apprenticeship programs.

Construction Summary - Is it Right for You?Link To PDF File

Additional Information and Resources to Plan Your Career in the Building and Construction Trades

Construction and Other Trades

Career Exploration/Planning

Job Search Resources

Labor Market Analysis/Research

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