COLUMBUS, Ohio – Over the past four years, nearly 9,000 more women in Ohio have gotten jobs in the construction industry, an increase of nearly 30%, according to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
“The number of Ohio women working in construction has been rising steadily as they find rewarding careers,” said Matt Damschroder, ODJFS director. “With the many new and exciting development projects happening across the state, Ohio needs skilled construction professionals now more than ever. Women in the trades are making these economic development projects possible.”
In honor of Women in Construction Week, March 2-8, Damschroder pointed out that more than 39,800 women work in the construction industry in the state.
In total, nearly 255,000 Ohioans work in the construction industry, which equates to about 1 in 22 workers.
According to ODJFS, at least 20 construction occupations are in demand, including laborers, electricians, carpenters, plumbers, operating engineers and more. To view a complete list of in-demand construction jobs, click HERE.
Many individuals who work in construction learned their skills through apprenticeship programs. Information about apprenticeship opportunities is available HERE.
Pictured at top: Image captured from video. (YouTube | Ohio Department of Job and Family Services)