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WorkHands: A Social Media Site for Construction Workers

Construction Marketing

The main purpose of the website is to better connect employers with skilled workers in the United States. The resumes are presented in an easy to read format and are easy for potential employers to find on the site. Overall, WorkHands is a great resource for connecting skilled workers and potential employers.

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Tennessee: Tyson Foods Expanding in Union City

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will invest approximately $80 million to expand operations in Union City, TN. Tyson plans to add 25,000 square feet and new production lines to its Union City plant, effectively doubling its output capabilities at the facility. Tyson’s Union City complex supplies chicken for a national foodservice customer. T yson Foods, Inc.

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These Female Construction Workers Are Fighting Discrimination

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Right now, only 4% of construction laborers in the United States are women, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. “We For advocates, it is evidence that more women should aspire to construction careers, which start with paid apprenticeships and can lead to unionized jobs with middle-class wages. Read More. .

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These Female Constructions Workers Are Fighting Discrimination

Pro Builder

Right now, only 4% of construction laborers in the United States are women, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. “We For advocates, it is evidence that more women should aspire to construction careers, which start with paid apprenticeships and can lead to unionized jobs with middle-class wages. Read More. .

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OSHA Testing Can Reduce Employer Liability, Saves Companies Money

Construction Law Monitor

million workers suffer serious injury or illness related to their jobs, according to a white paper published by Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States Department of Labor (OSHA).While In addition 15 states in the United States, including California, require such programs.

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“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

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The White House states that it will drive the creation of union jobs and help grow the economy in a sustainable way that makes sure all people, including under-represented communities get ahead for decades to come. There are over 308,400 women who already work frontline jobs in the construction industry in the United States today.

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Foster Farms Investing $30M In Louisiana Poultry Plant Expansion

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The Union Parish project will retain 1,092 existing jobs and create 50 new jobs. In 2009, Foster Farms made a commitment to purchase, renovate and reopen the former Pilgrim’s Pride poultry facility in Union Parish. Foster Farms’ facility in Union Parish has generated much-need employment opportunities for our people,” said Gov.