Careers
Considering a Career in Construction?
There are many different opportunities to explore when considering a career in construction and we hope this information will help you to get started. Please keep in mind that:
- There is a national shortage of skilled construction trades workers.
- There are many careers in construction that cannot be outsourced.
- There are multiple skill levels.
- The starting pay scale is generally higher than other jobs.
- You can become a high-demand, skilled trades worker without spending thousands for college and we would like to help!
Whether you are starting your career, changing careers, or have experience, we welcome you to contact us to discuss your options.
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Doug Ford
Curtis Lumber
Vice President of Sales & Purchasing
Executive Management
(518) 490-1434
dougford@curtislumber.com
Bruce Hoffmann
WSWHE BOCES
Work-Based Learning Coordinator
(518) 581-3624
bhoffmann@wswheboces.org
Tori Riley
Saratoga Economic Development Corporation
Vice President & Economic Development Specialist
(518) 587-0945
toririley@saratogaedc.com
Matt Whitbeck
Whitbeck Construction
Owner
(518) 226-0017
matt@whitbeckconstruction.com
For Questions and General Inquiries
Barry Potoker
Saratoga Builders Association
Executive Director
(518) 366-0946
bpotoker@saratogabuilders.org