Is a Career in the Residential Construction Industry Right for You?

The backbone of the residential construction industry is the skilled trades—the people who physically build and renovate homes. Here is why: 

• Skilled trades are key to the construction quality of homes, from foundation to framing to finishing. 
• Skilled trades are the “doers” who turn plans and designs into reality. 
• Skilled trades are part of a team, working together to bring building projects in on time, in compliance with codes and regulations. 
•  Skilled trades use the latest technology and tools, to build better, faster, and more efficiently.  
• Skilled trades continuously advance the way we build homes—adopting innovative technologies and finding solutions to new challenges. 

Take this short 2-minute quiz to see if a career in residential construction is right for you. 

• Are you good with your hands? 
  
• Do you have a knack for math and working with mechanical things?  
  
• Do you enjoy solving problems? 
  
• Do you have excellent communication skills? 
  
• Can you be precise and accurate in your work? 
  
• Are you creative? 
  
• Do you have an eye for detail? 
  
• Do you enjoy interacting with people? 
  
• Are you looking for on-the-job variety? 
  
• Are you motivated?  

If you answered YES to any of the questions above a career in skilled trades may be right for you. Explore different job opportunities and career paths.