How do do you get a job in the construction industry?
Asked by roadracer326
I am looking to change careers and want to get into the construction industry. Any help on how to land a job? Thanks. PS. I'm in the Atlanta area, but would relocate to either Seattle or Columbus Ohio.

Best Answer:
My kind of person! What kind of construction do you want to get into? Carpentry, masonry, iron working, welding, pipefitting, millwright, insulation, QA/QC, inspection... you really opened a can of worms here. I got in it through inspection nondestructive testing (NDT). X-ray, magnetic particle, penetrant, ultra sound, YAH BABY! It’s light blue collar work. If you get your API certifications you could make $100k/year pretty easy. I would suggest contacting CONAM inspection. They are a quality company. My second choice would be TEAM inc. There is a CONAM lab in Cleavland (216) 674-0626, Heath (740) 788-9188, Seattle (206) 764-8123. Down South there are labs in Mobile (251) 443-5290, their all over the country really. Just go to http://www.conaminsp.com and check it out. Its' a lot easier to get into than you think. Tell them you are interested in getting your ASNT level 1 certifications.

apply at a construction company
Answered by Tom