Entering the masonry trade in Hereford, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years and require many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masonry workers nationwide, with projections showing a -2% growth rate from 2018-2028, but with approximately 21,800 openings annually due to replacements. The median annual wage for masonry workers is $53,010, with the highest 10% earning more than $85,630 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
ABOUT Sailors in the Navy’s Construction Battalion are makers. They’re driven to work with their hands and they know the value of doing a job right the first time. They’re tougher than any task and they’re not afraid to get a little dirty. As part of the Construction Battalion, better known as the Seabees, you’ll be part of a team that crafts the Navy’s infrastructure from the ground up and paves the way—literally—to victory. The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world. If you’re interested in becoming an Aircrewman in the Navy Reserve, check out the following careers available in the field. CONSTRUCTION JOBS IN THE NAVY RESERVE BUILDER Gain training for work in a range of trades, such as carpentry, plaster, roofing, concrete, masonry, brickwork, painting, cabinetry and more. CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIAN Make sure the Navy's power grid stays lit—from the poles and lines outside to the complex electrical and communication wiring inside structures. EQUIPMENT OPERATOR From crane operation to roadbuilding equipment, you can help pave the way for successful Navy missions and earn your operators’ licenses while you do it. STEELWORKER Manage construction operations, craft steel structures, and perform welding, cutting and other specialized metalwork operations. UTILITIESMAN From maintaining heating, air and plumbing systems on Navy bases to rebuilding utilities infrastructure for hospitals in cities struck by natural disasters, it’s up to you to keep vital systems running. PAY & BENEFITS When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important – and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the- art training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more. In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives: Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career Educational assistance Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family VA guaranteed home loans Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insurance Travel opportunities Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill Retirement after 20 qualifying years TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL). QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS U.S. citizen or equivalent High school graduate or equivalent 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Navy. The application is for a specific position within the Navy. WORK ENVIRONMENT Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour Bonus amounts may vary based on eligibility Benefits: Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Work Location: On the road About the Company: US Navy Reserve
See More Details >>We are currently seeking a high level Construction Manager for our Utility Division that will manage a 700 MW project in Amarillo, Texas. The salary is up to $250k depending on experience. What You'll Do: • Ensure suppliers, self-perform teams and subcontractors are completing scheduled tasks on time • Collaborate with scheduler and maintain construction schedule to maintain contracted milestone dates • Prepare for management review notices of delays to clients, vendors, subcontractors to protect Company from delay damages caused by others. • Safety Compliance: Ensure observation goals are met, accident injury management processes are trained and fully understood, and the project follows federal and state safety regulations and the corporate safety program. • Contract Compliance: Read, edit, create, understand, and correlate the contract documents with the scope proposal to ensure the project is built within the scope of the contract (design, specifications, budget, and schedule). • Client Relations: • Ensure the site management team's construction activities support client requirements, project schedule, safety, quality, and budget. • Ensure the site management team utilizes professional demeanor while interfacing with vendors, subcontractors, landowners, and other community members. • Quality Assurance: • Ensure the proper implementation and application of the project Quality Plan with assistance from site management (non-conformance report, quality checklist, audit, etc.). • Develop a project culture and mindset that is focused on quality and continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. What you'll bring: • 5+ years of experience working as a Construction Manager in a related construction industry (i.e. heavy civil, industrial, utilities, power generation). • Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience. • Maintain a valid Driver's License and a good driving record. • Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), Uniform Building Code (UBC), local & utility jurisdiction requirements, and OSHA regulations. Journeyman Electrician certification or NABCEP certification preferred. • Certified in OSHA 30, preferred • Ability to determine work priorities and review work for quality and production standards. • Must be highly motivated, adaptable, detail-oriented, flexible, and able to work both with a team and independently. • Must have excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills. • Must excel with multi-tasking, problem-solving, written, and communication skills. • Must have a good driving record and maintain a valid Driver's License Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Must be able to work in a physical environment with full range of mobility in upper and lower body. • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. • The employee must regularly lift and /or move greater than 25 pounds with or without assistance. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be regularly exposed to high, precarious places; climbing ladders; walking on roofs (both flat and angled); outside weather conditions and vibration; confined locations (i.e. attics and crawl spaces). • The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of Mechanical shock. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen.
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