You can search online for just about any kind of job in any industry, and construction work is no different. There are various approaches you can take with your online job hunt, and with all of the options available, it may be overwhelming to contemplate where to start. Knowing a bit about each option may help guide you on your journey to finding a new job.

Searching for Construction Jobs

There are many search engines out there designed specifically for searching current job openings. You may have heard of Monster.com, Career Connection and other similar sites. To use these, simply enter a a keyword, such as the specific job you are looking for, into the appropriate field, and then browse the results. Avoid entering "construction," as this will generate a larger number of results than you may wish to sift through. Instead, try searching the precise area in which you are skilled. You may still get extraneous results, but searching "framer," for example, should produce primarily results that pertain only to employers seeking framers. Indeed.com is a search engine that is similar to the others in many ways, except that it searches all of the top job search sites, including Monster, as well as the career pages on company websites. As a result, you may be redirected to those other pages and need to create profiles on the external sites in order to apply for the job. In addition to these all-encompassing job search engines, there are some, such as ConstructionJobs.com, that are geared specifically toward construction jobs. Many of the search sites allow you to upload your resume so employers seeking construction workers with your skills and experience can contact you when they are hiring. You can also usually sign up to receive a daily or weekly email of new results that fit the criteria you save in your profile on the job search site. A somewhat different way to find construction jobs is with social networking. Joining professional networks such as LinkedIn can allow you to connect with other professionals in the construction field, former co-workers and previous employers who can give references and recommendations about your prior work to potential new employers. Twitter and Facebook can also be useful tools if you use the search field to find others with your skills. Conversing in this manner with other framers, painters or professionals with whatever skills you may have may lead you to advice about employers who are hiring, ways to get ahead in the industry and information about new products to learn about. This is especially valuable in the construction industry, as more than half of construction businesses are small, often employing five or fewer workers, and owner-operated. Building a personal rapport with the employers is a key factor in setting yourself apart from the masses of other applicants.

Source:

ConstructionJobs.com: Career Center

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Construction

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Indeed.com

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