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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 construction careers
$81,756
Average Yearly Wage in Craft Construction Jobs Across Oregon
13%
The average construction salary pays MORE than the average of all other industries
6.5%
Over the next ten years construction job growth will outpace the overall economy
100,000+
Available construction jobs in oregon over the next 10 years
Top construction careers
Carpenter
$30-60
Average Per HourBuild and remodel structures
Masonry & Brick Worker
$32-43
Average Per HourBuild and remodel brick structures
Electrician
$34-57
Average Per HourBring power to homes and businesses
Laborer
$27-44
Average Per HourWork on all kinds of construction projects
Operating Engineer
$35-54
Average Per HourOperate construction equipment
Plumber
$27-55
Average Per HourAssemble, install, and repair pipelines
Get Trained
There are many career opportunities and training programs for whatever skilled trade you’re interested in, no matter your education. Search our programs to find one that works for you.
Find your own path into the construction industry.
There are many different ways to get into the construction industry. To learn more about the path that works for you, check out our overview career map.
