Why Construction?

Why should you choose a career in the construction field?

There are many reasons to choose a career in the highway construction industry:
  • Paid training with benefits and increases in pay with experience.
  • High demand career–more than 800 construction-related jobs are open right now in South Dakota (according to South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation)
  • No college needed for most positions, which means no student loan debt.
  • Average Wages in South Dakota

    • Contract Laborer: starting at $14-$18 an hour with benefits, experienced workers earn $18-$22 an hour
    • Concrete Finisher: starting at $16-$21 an hour with benefits, experienced workers earn $24-$35 an hour
    • Heavy Equipment Operator: starting at $16-$21 an hour with benefits, experienced workers earn $24-$35 an hour
    • Carpenters: starting at $14-$22 an hour with benefits, experienced workers earn $22-$31 an hour

    Common Job Qualifications

    • Reliable transportation
    • Available to work 8-10 hour shifts
    • Physical stamina
    • Ability to lift
    • Ability to stand and work on feet
    • Pass a drug test
    • Ability to show up on time on workdays
    • Access to a phone
    WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE A CAREER FIELD IN CONSTRUCTION_
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