construction industry

"Nonfiction, simple text with full-color photography presenting community helpers on the scene of a construction site"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces readers to the responsibilities, skills, training, and future career outlook for heavy equipment operators in the construction industry -- including opportunities for women and minorities. Also includes information on the use of green technology and details on modern large-scale construction projects.

Looks at the training and work of a general contractor and discusses the outlook for the career.

Explores carpentry jobs in the construction industry.

"This... book makes you a math problem solver by putting you into situations faced by people who work in construction. Math is an important part of many jobs involved in building structures. Three exciting stories lead to a problem you must solve using math. A toolbox section helps take you through similar examples and provides math exercises you can do that will help give you a better understanding of how to solve the problem in the story."--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the training and work of an electrician and discusses the outlook for the career.

Looks at the training and work of an engineer and discusses the outlook for the career.

Examines various jobs in the building trades, describing the training required, types of work involved, opportunities for advancement, and more.