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Training & Education
How to Onboard New Hires With No Construction Experience
Caterpillar - Cat
Many contractors are being forced to look outside the industry for workers. Follow these suggestions to help non-construction new hires make the transition quickly.
August 3, 2023
There are a lot of great prospective employees out there who have never been exposed to construction. You could be the one who helps them fall in love with our amazing industry.
Labor & Workforce Development
Recruiting Strategies: It’s Time to 'Fish in New Pools'
Caterpillar - Cat
Got work to do but not enough construction workers to get it done? You’re not alone. Here are some creative ways contractors are finding new sources of labor.
March 14, 2022
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Labor & Workforce Development
How to Find Great Subcontractors
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A good subcontractor can be hard to find. Caterpillar's Jason Hurdis shares tips for finding reputable subcontractors in your area and how to vet them to make sure you get the expertise you want.
April 19, 2021
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Training & Education
5 Tips for Onboarding New Employees
Caterpillar - Cat
Hiring new workers? Don’t rely on the “sink or swim” method of onboarding. These simple tips will help them settle in and start contributing.
February 1, 2021
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Labor & Workforce Development
6 Ways to Keep Your Construction Crew Healthy
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Healthy workers are productive workers — less likely to call in sick and more likely to be alert, efficient and safe all shift long. Here are some things you can do to help them stay that way.
August 17, 2020
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Construction Toolbox
Are Construction-themed Escape Rooms the Next Opportunity for Recruiting?
An electrical contractor has created a mobile escape room to expose students to the electrical trade and generate interest - could this work for the construction industry?
October 17, 2019
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Training & Education
Could a Virtual Career Fair Help the Construction Worker Shortage?
With the industry struggling to find skilled workers, could the internet help bring together employers with potential candidates through a virtual career fair platform?
October 7, 2019
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Construction Toolbox
Careers in Construction Month is About Awareness
Contractors all over the country use October as a starting point to raise awareness and inspire the next generation of construction workers
October 3, 2019
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Concrete Thoughts
Develop a Plan to Avert the Employee Shortage
Market your industry and company to potential employees
September 26, 2019
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Construction Toolbox
Workforce Development is the Entire Company's Reponsibility
Workforce development needs to be a year-long focus, but Workforce Development month can be a good time to re-evaluate your initiatives
September 5, 2019
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Labor & Workforce Development
Is People's Competitive Nature the Key to Increasing the Construction Workforce?
Draw the future construction workforce in with fun, construction-related competitions
July 18, 2019
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Labor & Workforce Development
Construction Labor Mythbusting
Recent surveys reveal the top myths perpetuating the construction labor shortage and suggestions as to how to bust these myths and bring in new workers
June 27, 2019
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Labor & Workforce Development
Chicago Contractor Establishes Modular Building ‘Factory’
Developer bets modular can cut the cost of 700 affordable apartments the Windy City requires to offset real estate dedicated to high-end Lincoln Yards housing
June 4, 2019
A modular prototype on Skender's production floor.
Labor & Workforce Development
5 Intangibles to Look For in Your Next Operator
Caterpillar - Cat
If finding skilled operators still presents a challenge, maybe it’s time to look for something beyond technical skills — like these characteristics.
May 31, 2019
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Labor & Workforce Development
Celebrate Construction Mentors During Teacher Appreciation Week
From foremen and supervisors to manufacturer trainers, Teacher Appreciation Week extends beyond the classroom, especially for construction employees eager to learn the business
May 7, 2019
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Labor & Workforce Development
Schools, Construction Industry Celebrate Skilled Trades Signing Day
Programs acknowledge high school seniors who have chosen professions or training in the skilled trades
May 6, 2019
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Labor & Workforce Development
Paving the Path to Our Future Construction Workforce
Aging infrastructure and an aging workforce can present prime opportunities for job growth in the asphalt industry, if we get past traditional stigmas
April 17, 2019
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Labor & Workforce Development
4 Ways to Help Prevent Employee Turnover This Season
Finding good employees is tough. Once you have them on board, make sure you keep them happy with these tips.
March 28, 2019
Employees will go the extra mile if they feel responsible for the results of their work, have a sense of worth in their jobs, believe their jobs make good use of their skills and receive recognition for their contributions.
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