by Grand Rapids GreatLakesSkilledTrades | Mar 20, 2024 | Job search, Skilled Trades
If you’re considering a new career where you can work with your hands, a general laborer in commercial construction can be an excellent choice. But what does the role actually look like? What will you do all day? Every job site is unique, but here are some general...
by Grand Rapids GreatLakesSkilledTrades | Mar 6, 2024 | Safety, Skilled Trades
As a doctor once said to a patient who developed arthritis ten years after a car accident, “Your body can handle anything in your 20s and 30s. But once you hit 40, it starts catching up with you.” This is equally true if you work a tough physical job such as the...
by Grand Rapids GreatLakesSkilledTrades | Feb 28, 2024 | Safety, Skilled Trades
A construction site is, by nature, a high-risk environment. Communication is essential to minimizing risk, but how can team members communicate when there is so much noise and distraction? Here is what all contractors need to know. Clarity On a job site, both verbal...
by Grand Rapids GreatLakesSkilledTrades | Feb 21, 2024 | career advancement, Skilled Trades
Are you ready to take the leap from skilled tradesperson to construction manager? It’s a natural career progression, but it can be fraught with challenges. Here are some active steps you can take to make your management transition run more smoothly. Acquire New...
by Grand Rapids GreatLakesSkilledTrades | Feb 14, 2024 | Job search, Skilled Trades
Commercial construction work may seem like just a bigger version of residential construction. But it requires some unique skills. If you want to make the leap from residential to commercial construction, make sure you are strong in these areas. Advanced Technical...
by Grand Rapids GreatLakesSkilledTrades | Jan 10, 2024 | Skilled Trades
The skilled trades are highly demanding, both physically and mentally. To be at your best personally and professionally, you’ll need some downtime. Here are a few ways to achieve work-life balance when you have a high-intensity job. Time Management There are only so...
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