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any tips on becoming a construction worker?

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Jordie’s Answer

I haven't been a construction worker but I have a family member who is a General Contractor. As a construction worker, it is a lot of hard manual labor. Early hours/start time but often times, you get to work on really cool projects (custom homes, new buildings, freeway expansions, etc) in sometime dangerous situations. You have to be very careful and detail oriented to make sure that you are doing every thing you are supposed to be doing and doing it correctly. You can also get your general contractors license down the line if you want. That has more of a supervision role and client facing role. With either one, you could definitely earn a livable wage! Don't forget, often times specific trades (electrician or plumber) can earn quite a bit and still work on new builds of buildings, homes, etc. I hope this helps!
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Scott’s Answer

To me it sounds like your asking for a description of a typical workday. Ive done carpentry, and general construction for eighteen years. Your day is going definitely going to start early. Typically eight a.m. or earlier. Everyday starts with a setup of tools, materials. This various from day to day and hour to hour. You may reset several times in day. For the most part this is performed by the less experienced crew members. Your day is based around points of completion. You don’t just leave at a certain time each day. This also tends to dictate when your breaks are. As with the set up there is a clean up and organization portion just before your end of day. Hope this helps!
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Mike’s Answer

For work hours, it usually depends upon your employer. If working for company, then usual starts for most Craft are early morning (e.g.: just after sunrise). Employers typically prefer consistent 8-hours workdays, but some projects require overtime or irregular off-hours. Your flexibility to meet employer requests will open opportunities for employment. If self-employed, then you choose your hours, which are usually based upon your work environment and demands of product delivery schedule.

Laborer or Carpenter is usually the most fundamental trade. See unconfirmed link for more information on types: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carpentry. It's best to seek a new job by preferred type and ask hiring company what will be required, and what they will be providing.

There are a myriad of training sources online. Define your type of Carpentry and you will find the most appropriate book and or resource. Most public works contractors are required to either hire labor from Unions or provide a skilled trained workforce program. See unconfirmed link for more information on southern and northern California local carpenters union resource: https://www.swctf.org/ and https://www.ctcnc.org/.

You can also seek a Construction Management degree from a reputable, accredited college or University.

Whatever trade or career, just do your best, own your work and be stoic.
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