there a lot of jobs out there im a young man learning construction with larg equipment all i want to know is if i can get a job out there prety easily im
2006-08-26 15:30:59 · 31 answers · asked by caliman_916 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Houston
I live near houston and have lived in texas all my life and i don't see any reason why you wouldn't be able to get a job here.Especially since the area is growing and construction is being done everywhere. I've visited cali and its nice but alot more expensive than here. texas is a great state overall.
2006-08-26 15:34:47 · answer #1 · answered by Caramellu 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Texas in general is a lot cheaper than most other states - houses, land, gas, food. This is coming from someone who lived in Texas for 9 years, so I know it pretty well.
I don't recommend moving to Houston, too smoggy and there's much better places to live. And unless you get a very good job there, it's not worth it.
Dallas/Fort Worth would classify as "Houston" type cities, and unless you get a high paying job (or move to a suburb and commute 20-30 minutes each day).
If you're looking for a big city, that narrows it down to Austin or San Antonio. Both are lovely cities, much cleaner than Houston or DFW (Dallas/Fort Worth), and in-city living isn't too bad. UT-Austin and UT-San Antonio are excellent for job opportunities and the commuting is short.
There are many smaller cities, namely College Station (home of Texas A&M University), Plano, El Paso, New Braunfels, and quite a few other places.
It is a lovely state, with plenty to see (Houston, Galveston, Austin, San Antonio are all great tourist locations), and if you enjoy the outdoors there's many lakes, rivers, and campgrounds. There's plenty of sporting events, as most cities there have colleges, and therefore football/baseball/basketball teams in both the NCAA and pro leagues.
Once you move there, it'll take a long time to become bored of it, unlike your situation of California. I encourage you to look into moving there, and mabye take a week long trip there to 'test the water'.
Good luck!
2006-08-26 22:45:46 · answer #2 · answered by Texas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to New Orleans. Seriously. There are TONS of construction jobs there paying top dollar. You may have to live in a trailer while the town is rebuilt, but you can probably get the pick of the litter when you finish building new places or you could just consider it a temporary assignment (a few years or so). I would seriously look into NOLA if I were in your position.
2006-08-29 23:47:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you had better learn how to speak spanish if you dont already know how, and yes, texas is in a booming economic state, everything anywhere near houston is being developed at a high rate of land consumption. i was a surveyor for a year in conroe texas, which is an hour north of houston, and i have seen a lot of land getting ready for development. it is hot there, but after a few weeks you'll get used to it... have a good time.. ps, the further north you go from houston, the more affordable living expenses are.
2006-08-26 22:36:32 · answer #4 · answered by turtle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok...I'm from TX and you DEFINITELY could get a job out here, especially if you're looking 2 be in construction... My husband works in construction and after about 2 yrs. now has his own company because of so much work...You should really think about it....The only thing, is that there's no beach like if you're moving to central texas or something....But if you'd like a beach, you should move to the coast of TX...there 's work there 2!
2006-08-26 22:36:19 · answer #5 · answered by That's so Vintage! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oklahoma and Texas both are good places to go if you are into construction...Even heavy equipment. Lots of work going on in these areas and the cost of living is wayyyyyyyyy cheaper than California. Good Luck.
2006-08-26 22:35:20 · answer #6 · answered by sweetpea 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Plenty of jobs in Texas for Construction Jobs. If you want the best type. Check with the highway Dept. It provides great insurance and benifits.
2006-08-27 00:20:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everybody says they are fed up with California and not tired of California. Lots of California's move to other states because of high taxes and high cost of living in California.
Of the people who move out of California, a high % return to California. They never feel at home in another state.
But if you are young. Are you single? It may work out for you because you haven't established any solid roots yet.
Go to www.dol.gov
You can do cost comparisons from California to Texas.
I don't like Texas. I wouldn't move to any southern state on the coast. Too many hurricanes. And there are too many tornados in the midwest.
Good luck.
try www.ajb.gov
2006-08-26 22:39:04 · answer #8 · answered by fullofsunshine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ummm...doing construction in Texas heat. It's been over 100 for most of the summer here in Waco. Would not want to be doing that job here.
2006-08-28 15:16:12 · answer #9 · answered by Ecaria 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok i live in houston, and it is kinda hot but in the winter it gets really cold but no snow =( But ur 100% guarenteed u can find a job here in construction...cuz its a huge city and HWY'S and stuff are always bein build, so u can construct whatever u want. Oh and I'll walk down the sidewalk and u can whistle and make sexy comments at me =) lol
hope I helped
now pick me as best answer ⥠lol
2006-08-26 22:36:01 · answer #10 · answered by ms_ricanluv88 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋