Careers in Construction Month
October is Careers in Construction Month - a nationwide campaign to celebrate #CareersInConstruction, inspire the next generation of leaders and professionals, and increase awareness of the vast opportunities in the construction industry.
Finding Stability and Success in Construction
If there is one thing these past few years have proved, it's that the construction industry is resilient. Construction workers have remained essential to driving the economy forward by continuing to build America. According to General Contractors of America, the construction industry has over 733,000 employers with over 7 million employees1, making the construction industry a growing and vibrant workplace. And with construction needs on the rise around the world, a career in the construction industry provides stability and success.
Embracing Innovation and Technology
Now more than ever construction companies are embracing innovation and technology. This means the industry will need construction workers to operate new machinery and produce more efficiently and effectively than ever before. With 84 Lumber's new Designer Apprenticeship Program, we’re keeping associates engaged and motivated as they develop the skills needed to become great designers.
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With Gamification built into our programming, 84 Lumber continues to lead the way in technology and innovation for our associates.
The Industry is Diversifying
The construction industry is also seeing great changes! With a variety of roles and the opportunity for career progression, more women and minorities are choosing a career in construction. Being a Woman-Owned and Certified Women Business Enterprise, 84 Lumber is proud to support women as they become leaders and decision-makers in the construction industry.
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Endless Career Opportunities
The construction industry can offer a wealth of opportunities and countless career routes. The skills you learn are transferable and your experience in the industry can lead to other job opportunities down the road. With our Manager Trainee Program, no experience or degree is required to start a long and rewarding career in construction.
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Associate Testimonials
Who we are is defined by who works for us. Meet some team members who turned an 84 Lumber job opportunity into a successful 84 Lumber career. Get a glimpse into what it’s like to work in the construction industry.
Nick Nickells - Components Pricing Manager
“I love numbers, I’m a very analytical person. So the job I’m in was a role 84 created for me because it just fit. I just love what I do.” 20 years ago, Nick Nickells joined 84 Lumber as a Designer Trainee. Today, Nick works as our Components Pricing Manager, a role that was created just for him.
Stephanie Siriani - Production Manager
“I started off as an entry level door shop coordinator, and within the year I had worked myself up to production manager. I’ve progressed very far in the short time that I’ve been here, and I just love this company.”
Travis Jones - Production Manager
“It’s not like any other place. The training here is amazing, everybody is pushing you to be successful. I think I found where I want to be.” Travis Jones joined 84 Lumber as a Manager Trainee. Today, he is a Production Manager at our Winter Garden, FL location while pursuing his Master’s Degree in Business.
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1Simonson, Ken. “Construction Data.” Associated General Contractors of America, https://www.agc.org/learn/construction-data#:~:text=Construction%20is%20a%20major%20contributor,and%20a%20variety%20of%20services.