by Build Oregon | Jan 18, 2022 | Careers
We chatted with Olivia Anderson-Gregg to learn more about her journey into the trades and experience as a heavy equipment mechanic. Here’s what she had to say: What made you choose a career in heavy equipment? Growing up in Philomath, Oregon, a logging town, I was...
by Build Oregon | Dec 21, 2021 | Careers
For women in the construction industry today, the question is not “how do we succeed in the industry?” it’s “how do we continue to succeed in the industry?” Right now, more women are working in the construction industry than any other time in history. So,...
by Build Oregon | Oct 20, 2021 | Careers, Construction Month
If you are considering an apprenticeship program, now is the time to apply. Southern Oregon Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (SOJATC) is accepting applications throughout the month of October for its construction apprenticeship program. This program includes...
by Build Oregon | Oct 8, 2021 | Careers, Construction Month
You’ve probably heard about the many of benefits to working in construction including paid training, competitive wages, advancement opportunities and great benefits. But did you know that with increased demand for new buildings, roads, and other structures, the...
by Build Oregon | Jul 26, 2021 | News
Welcome to the new Build Oregon—the ultimate hub for resources and information to inspire the next generation of construction workers. Debt-free career path. High wages. Sustainability. Sense of belonging. Has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? That’s what you get with a...