Building Things

Employment in the construction industry is projected to grow more rapidly than the average for all occupations during the next decade. As a result, there are excellent opportunities for carpenters, construction equipment operators, electricians, engineers, ironworkers, plumbers, roofers, and other construction and repair workers. In this book, you'll learn about these and other careers, typical education paths, the skills you'll need to be successful, average salaries, the employment outlook, sources of additional information, and much more. Building Things is one of six exciting titles in the Hands-On Careers series that spotlight occupations in which workers construct and repair things; engage in logging, fishing, or oil exploration; work with animals or grow crops; explore the ocean; help others; or otherwise engage in hands-on work activities. Many of these careers are attractive to young people because they offer interesting and rewarding work outside of an office environment. They're also appealing because they provide good pay and steady employment prospects.