Articles Tagged with ''labor shortage''

GAF Roofing Academy has placed 2,000 graduates in roofing jobs across the U.S. since 2020, with a focus on underrepresented groups; GAF aims to double that by 2025.

Roofers & Waterproofers Local 2 in St. Louis, with support from GAF Roofing Academy, recently graduated 33 aspiring roofers for entry-level positions in the trade. 

Lowe's Foundation awards a $1 million Gable Grant to SkillsUSA, supporting skilled trades recruitment and education; celebrates students with blue carpet events and promotions. 

Whether it's for scaling up business or supplementing labor needs, subcontracting plays a critical role in the roofing industry. Learn more about how it's changed in the past year with Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese.

Hyster's new trucks are designed to help an even broader range of operations meet sustainability targets and productivity goals through the benefits of an advanced electric power source.

The latest report from the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association shows supply chain issues are still working themselves out amidst inflation, interest rates and labor shortages.

GAF is collaborating with Southern California-based contractors to host GAF Roofing Academy, a free week-long training event designed to equip individuals with entry-level roofing skills and job opportunities in the industry.

The labor shortage is unfortunately here to stay for the foreseeable future, resulting in a need for sub-labor to complete jobs. Trent Cotney, partner at  Adams and Reese, shares what contractors must keep in mind when hiring sub-laborers.