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Apprenticeship Spotlight: Southwest Ohio

Apprenticeship Spotlight: Southwest Ohio

Apprenticeship opportunities exist across Ohio, including: Southeast Ohio Central Ohio West Central Ohio Northwest Ohio   Insulation Worker Our crews support our structures from the inside-out. Insulation workers are responsible for the innermost parts of...

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Three Great Reasons to Begin a Career in Construction

Three Great Reasons to Begin a Career in Construction

In a recent study, construction workers reported the highest job satisfaction out of 30,000 polled. If you work in construction, this isn’t a surprise to you. You know the perks firsthand. But if you’re on the outside looking in, you may not realize the best parts of...

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Careers in Construction Month

Careers in Construction Month

October is Careers in Construction Month. If you or someone you know is ready for an exciting career, now is the time to take action. We need hardworking individuals to help our local communities grow and thrive.   Construction careers are in great demand and...

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Family in Construction: Built Brothers

Family in Construction: Built Brothers

Throughout the month of August, I Build America - Ohio will feature the stories of 'families' within construction. This is a great opportunity to showcase the loyalty in our profession. There's one twist: 'family' is being used to mean both actual related family...

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Family in Construction: Three Generations Strong

Family in Construction: Three Generations Strong

Throughout the month of August, I Build America - Ohio will feature the stories of 'families' within construction. This is a great opportunity to showcase the loyalty in our profession. There's one twist: 'family' is being used to mean both actual related family...

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Family in Construction: Breaking Ground Together

Family in Construction: Breaking Ground Together

Throughout the month of August, I Build America - Ohio will feature the stories of 'families' within construction. This is a great opportunity to showcase the loyalty in our profession. There's one twist: 'family' is being used to mean both actual related family...

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Family in Construction: A 60-Year Tradition

Family in Construction: A 60-Year Tradition

Throughout the month of August, I Build America - Ohio will feature the stories of 'families' within construction. This is a great opportunity to showcase the loyalty in our profession. There's one twist: 'family' is being used to mean both actual related family...

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These Central Ohio Companies Are Hiring

These Central Ohio Companies Are Hiring

A.A. Boos & Sons A&A Safety Acoustic Ceiling & Partition of Ohio Baker Concrete Black Swamp Steel Brexton Brumbaugh Construction, Inc. Build The 419 CK Construction Compass Construction Construction Systems, Inc. Continental Building Company Danbert...

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The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Construction

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Construction

In the ever-evolving landscape of construction, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a force. AI is impacting all industries, reshaping how projects are planned, executed, and maintained. Construction may be better positioned than most sectors to embrace the...

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Call for Stories: Family in Construction

Call for Stories: Family in Construction

Throughout the month of August, I Build America - Ohio will feature the stories of 'families' within construction. This is a great opportunity to showcase the loyalty in our profession. There's one twist: 'family' is being used to mean both actual related family...

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Truck Drivers: Moving Ohio Forward

Truck Drivers: Moving Ohio Forward

Truck drivers play an indispensable role in Ohio's construction industry, ensuring that materials, equipment, and supplies are transported efficiently and safely to various job sites. With the construction sector booming, the demand for skilled truck drivers has never...

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Building Pride in Ohio

Building Pride in Ohio

In Ohio, construction is more than creating buildings; it’s about nurturing community pride and driving economic vitality. From restoring historic landmarks in Cincinnati to building state-of-the-art facilities in Columbus, the construction industry is central to...

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Ohio’s Top 5 In-Demand Construction Jobs

Ohio’s Top 5 In-Demand Construction Jobs

The construction industry in Ohio is booming, creating a high demand for skilled workers across various trades. If you’re considering a career in construction or looking to specialize, here are five in-demand jobs that are crucial to the industry’s growth and...

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The Advantages of Working in Construction

The Advantages of Working in Construction

According to a report released earlier this year, the construction industry "will need to attract an estimated 501,000 additional workers on top of the normal pace of hiring in 2024 to meet the demand for labor." The construction industry is strong and getting...

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Building a Better Ohio

Building a Better Ohio

Construction projects are happening all over Ohio, and they're doing more than just building new structures. These projects are making life better for people in many ways. Let's explore how construction is helping communities across the state. Creating Jobs One of the...

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Featured Position: Safety Coordinator

Featured Position: Safety Coordinator

Though all team members play an important role in maintaining job site safety, the Safety Coordinator is the key to making sure the right standards are set – and always followed. In the simplest terms, Safety Coordinators are in charge of monitoring working conditions...

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Safety Today = Stronger Tomorrow

Safety Today = Stronger Tomorrow

Photo provided to I Build America Ohio by Joe Ratterman  The first week of May is an exciting time for Ohioans with two annual observances to learn and grow: Construction Safety Week and In-Demand Jobs Week. This timing is not a coincidence but rather indicative of...

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Buckle Up – It’s National Work Zone Awareness Week!

Buckle Up – It’s National Work Zone Awareness Week!

It's that time of the year again when we hit the brakes, not just on the road, but also in our minds, to focus on something crucial: National Work Zone Awareness Week! You know that feeling when you're cruising down the highway, tunes blasting, wind in your hair, and...

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