3 Reasons You Should Consider A Career In Industrial Construction

3 Reasons You Should Consider A Career In Industrial Construction

As the name implies, industrial construction is any form of construction work that has to do with the industrial sector, namely factories, power plants, warehouses, and other highly-specialized facilities. Any factory that needs specialized design, installation, and maintenance is also considered industrial construction. There are typically two main types of buildings in industrial construction: warehouses/distribution centres and manufacturing buildings. The industrial construction sector offers many job opportunities for construction workers. Industrial construction is a great field for building your construction career whether you are just starting out or have years of experience.

To learn more, read What Is Industrial Construction?

 

The Appeal Of Industrial Construction

  1. Job Availability
    In the current labour shortage, industrial construction employees are hard to find. This puts labour candidates at an advantage, as they have a wide range of jobs to choose from. This is a good opportunity to not only find a position that utilizes your skills but that offers the opportunities you are interested in and aligns with your values. Instead of jumping at the first open job you see, you can take some time to choose a company that you will want to stay with for many years. Other than pay, location, and job description, you may also want to consider growth opportunities, if the company has the right workplace culture for you, if there are any learning opportunities, if the job seems engaging, and more. When there are more jobs available in a sector, you have more freedom to choose the position that is right for you.
  2. Long-Term Career Opportunities
    Working as a tradesperson or a labourer now is a great way to make good money, work with your hands, and get into the industry. But it doesn’t need to stop there. The industrial sector offers many career opportunities for those who want to stay with it long-term. As you build your years of experience and show your leadership skills and industry knowledge, you can move up the ladder and become a foreman, a supervisor, a project manager, or more. Some companies will also offer educational training opportunities to help you get more tickets and qualifications as you grow your career.
  3. High Earning Potential
    Industrial construction often offers well-paying jobs because the projects are typically funded by large companies that want their structure built fast and reliably. These companies are often willing to pay their industrial construction team well. For example, welders in industrial construction can make anywhere between $20 per hour and $55 per hour depending on the project, the company, and their amount of experience. Industrial construction also offers lots of overtime potential, which can greatly increase pay for each project.
     

Find An Industrial Construction Job With Matrix

Whether you have worked in industrial construction for years or are just deciding to switch to this promising career path, Matrix Labour Leasing can help you find the right position for you. At Matrix Labour Leasing, we don’t just help you find a job; we pair you with a company that aligns with your career goals and values so that the job match is successful and rewarding for both the candidate and the company. If you’re ready to find a rewarding industrial construction job, contact us by calling 1-866-666-9520 or by filling out our online contact form.
 

FAQ

Q: What skills should I highlight when searching for a job?
A: When you speak to potential employers, you should focus on explaining why you have the right skills for the position while focusing on your communication and teamwork skills, your willingness to learn, and your problem-solving skills, to name a few. Staffing agencies can help you get interview-ready so you know how to highlight your strengths. To learn more about what employers are looking for in a worker, read Construction Jobs: Employers Are Looking For These Important Skills.

Q: How can Matrix Labour Leasing help find me a job in the construction sector?
A: Matrix Labour Leasing is in constant contact with contracting companies looking for temp-to-hire and direct-hire workers. Depending on the nature of the role, we can either recommend you to one of our contracting companies or offer you a temporary contract ourselves.

Q: Where can I find construction jobs in Canada?
A: You can begin your job search at our in-house job board.

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