stonedmechanic
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How do i get my foot in the door for a contrustion job? I tryed the temp job agencys and no success with it, if anyone could be of help its very much appreciated :nod:
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stonedmechanic
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Should I just walk up to the construction site and talk to the foreman?
Peter Parka
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Well if your user name is a reflextion of you in real life, that could be the problem! :lol
I was thinking the same
Ya got any tools? Know how to use em? Talking to the Foreman could help. Depending on the company, being able to pass a drug test is helpful too.
Defiant Tuesday
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My bf hires lots of guys. Most of them either call or walk in off the street. Some even have little experience. Most companies are willing to train because of a shortage of man power.
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depending if you want to work for a private contractor or general contractor. My brother is a private contractor and he does not just hire people on the spot, you are going to have to go through a general interview and be under the scrutiny a little more than other job hunters. You might start low man on the totem pole and be the cleaner of the site or the gopher. You will be tested on certain aspects on the"What would you do here?" because some contractors do want to see if you can think outside the box, etc. just be patient and bring your own tools and best of luck!!!!
And they can pay less if they have to train ya.
the last thing i would do is ask a chat forum like this for advice
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stonedmechanic
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I am no longer a stonedmechanic just a sober one
I was thinking the same
Ya got any tools? Know how to use em? Talking to the Foreman could help. Depending on the company, being able to pass a drug test is helpful too.
I can pass the drug test with flying colors. I have tools for a mechanic nothing really to with constructions besides a tape measure & hammer
I'll walk my out of work ass to the construction site down the street, my hopes are high for getting a job now
Thanks for the input, do they loan some for on the job training?
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I'd recommend not sending a written letter. :jk
no, my brother had someone rob his of tools one time and learned the lesson, so he does not allow this. he also only hires those people who show a good work ethic with what they have. Even when family members borrow tools, we are told to bring it back in the same if not better condition. trust is developed and soon enough the tools can be borrowed.
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Your best bet is not to just walk onto a work site. In most places it's considered rude for interrupting their work. Secondly it's very dangerous to do that.
Open your phone book and start calling around to construction companies. Best place is to start with your city crew and work your way through the rest.
Don't forget other jobs like fast food or grocery/retail stores in the mean time just so you have something.
Open your phone book and start calling around to construction companies. Best place is to start with your city crew and work your way through the rest.
Don't forget other jobs like fast food or grocery/retail stores in the mean time just so you have something.
I worked for a construction company for 3 years. Larger companies will hire you (if they need you) as a laborer if you don't have much experience. The more experience you have, the better it is for you. It's also important that you have your own tools. Depending on what you'll be doing (drywall labor, plaster labor, apprentice, plasterer, carpenter, hanging, finishing) you'll need different tools and experience. I don't know where you live, but rates for those positions range from $10-$18 (give or take, depending on your experience).
And yes, you can talk to a foreman. Just make sure you don't go waltzing into a building or in front of any machines. Usually the foreman can tell you if the boss is hiring or not, if they are you can ask for a business card or a name and number.
And yes, you can talk to a foreman. Just make sure you don't go waltzing into a building or in front of any machines. Usually the foreman can tell you if the boss is hiring or not, if they are you can ask for a business card or a name and number.
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stonedmechanic
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I Live in Texas and I dont have any experience on construction so its going to be difficult, although i did find a job working for walmart as a overnight stocker :willy_nilly::clap
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