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Dr. James’s Answer

Degree Level: High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree can be valuable
Degree Field(s): Construction management, civil engineering, or building or construction science
License/Certification: Licensure required in all states; some states require tax number, insurance, and proof of address
Experience: Practical craft experience as an electrician, carpenter, or plumber; supervisory experience in construction helpful
Key Skills: Must be at least 18; clean work record; legal to work in US; good oral and written communication skills
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Bella’s Answer

Almost 99% of jobs can be held by a contractor. When you say contractor, I automatically think of an independent contractor which essentially creates an entirely serperate business entity for each individual. Taxes arent taken out of your pay; ur accountant has to at the end of the year; you are 100% legally entitled to how you perform a job u contracted for but you must meet the exact result needed.
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Thomas’s Answer

My answer is if you are talking about working as a contractor in a tech company, as opposed to a contractor in the building trades.

My son spent the last two years developing a specific expertise, computer programming (could be any expertise), and then focusing on becoming a contractor with tech companies in his area. While contacting many companies, he continued to develop his computer programming skills zeroing in on the kinds of programming he encountered during his interviews with the tech companies - it was a process. By diligence and persistence, he was able to make contact, secure a contracting assignment, and then go on to other contracting projects after that.

Thomas recommends the following next steps:

Develop and keep developing an area of expertise.
Research possible companies that employ contractors in your field.
Make contact, secure interviews, and continue learning about what specific skills are most needed in your field.
Be persistent. This is a process that could take time.
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