Construction is booming.
Across Oregon and SW Washington construction is booming. The industry offers competitive wages, advancement opportunities and great benefits.
A career in construction may be the best decision you will ever make. Construction and its supporting industry trades need a highly skilled workforce and those skills can be attained through community colleges, trades schools, and apprenticeships.
Top skilled trade careers
$57,998
$57,998 Average Yearly Wage in Construction Across Oregon
8%
Construction pays 8% MORE than the average of all other industries
10 yrs
Over the next ten years construction growth will outpace overall economy
4 paths
Multiple Points of Entry, All with Career Advancement
Top skilled trade careers
Carpenter
$24.00
Average Per HourBuild and remodel structures.
Cement Mason
$22.00
Average Per HourPrepare and repair concrete.
Electrician
$33.00
Average Per HourBring power to homes and businesses.
Flagger/Traffic Control
$16.00
Average Per HourGuide traffic at roadside construction sites.
Operating Engineers
$27.00
Average Per HourOperate construction equipment.
Plumber
$36.00
Average Per HourBuild and repair pipelines.
