How tight is the construction labor market? Very, busiest since I’ve been in the industry (1991). Other than a strong economy, what forces are driving the market? Younger people aren’t as interested in doing construction and maintenance as they were years ago. Now they are seeing the increased wages and some are rethinking getting into the industry. Which jobs are the hardest to fill? Right now, it is journey-level carpenters, journey-level concrete workers and apartment maintenance. Have any…
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How Oregon Works: Construction staffing execs on the most in-demand jobs and valued skills
