Women in Construction
Even though there is currently a national housing industry slowdown, there are a number of areas of the country that has more work than qualified workers. This lack of skilled workers is drawing women into seeking construction jobs like never before. Many are looking for training to better qualify for jobs that involved hard work, but also pay much better than traditional jobs held by women.
The National Association of Women in Construction
The National Association of Women in Construction or NAWIC is international and has more than 179 chapters. It serves all women in construction with careers from ownership of a construction business to various skilled trades. As more women are attracted to the higher wages and job satisfaction of construction, the construction industry is warming to having women in an industry dominated by men. If you would like more information about this beneficial and empowering organization, please visit http://www.nawic.org.
Heavy Construction Equipment
Some women are getting training to operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, backhoes, skip loaders, road graders, and Bobcats. After they receive training, woman can enjoy the high pay but often seasonal work that construction jobs offer.
