I'm doing a project for work about working in construction. Have you noticed any red flags in the sector that you'd like to share, such as being underpaid because you were paid under the table, or the feeling that you were/are in a dead end job, or only working seasonally, etc?
2007-10-01 04:07:51 · 7 answers · asked by alistarra 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
I worked construction on a daily basis for almost 10 years. The wages were nothing, I had no healthcare, and to boot I was actually underaged. When I finally decided to move on, I knew that I could never turn back to this unappreciated line of work. Often times the work was slow and meticulous, and I found that the only part that I really enjoyed was when I knew that I had created something with my hands and mind that was uniquely mine. Then when I turned about 14, my dad accidentally threw out my lego set. Sure I was pissed.. but like I said... no turning back.
2007-10-01 05:20:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, the question is a little vague.
However, I worked in construction for the better part of 30 yrs and, yes, every company I worked for was a dead end. They only looked out for themselves, no matter how good the employees are. In fact, I believe it has gotten so bad, that employers do not care about the quality of the workmanship, even the "local" contractors because they have to compete more and more against the bigger companies. The less they have to pay for labor the better.
Yeah, most construction is seasonal; however, if you plan ahead, it can be beneficial to the worker by not having to work year round.
The biggest fault is lack of safety for the workers; hence, inexperienced workers don't complain ( or know better for that matter) about safety factors.
I could go on and on, but apparently that's your job. Try visiting a few job sites, and I do mean for more than a few hours a day. You should be able to get permission to visit a small job site if you word your purpose cafefully.
2007-10-01 04:36:22 · answer #2 · answered by old hippie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
even while on herbal life you need to be on a strict diet and avoid eating a lot of things, otherwise it's not going to help much. Eventually you gain back the weight once you stop. I don't know how far this is true, but i've heard that herbal life is banned is some places because it causes some problem- to the kidney or something... not too sure. I know it's difficult, but one lasting thing would be to just eat a high fibre diet, drink lots of water and excercise regularly for atleast a month or two to see any difference.
2016-05-18 00:26:40 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the major problems in construction is drug abuse and being on drugs at work.
Also because it is a contract basis usually and the people doing the work are contractors, it is a good place for illegal activities to occur. Things like "undocumented workers", kickbacks to inspectors etc are pretty common in this industry.
Overall, the contractors, electricians, drywallers etc are usually highly skilled and somewhat uneducated. Most have a high school diploma if that.
2007-10-01 04:19:30 · answer #4 · answered by Jason W 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it is casual work,no job security,no personal safety.payment irregular and below standard/many more
2007-10-01 04:15:52 · answer #5 · answered by madhavan n 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
good career and work is hard but rewarding and you can rebuild things.
2007-10-01 04:39:07 · answer #6 · answered by Michael M 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
NO AND HOW OLD R U
2007-10-01 04:10:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋