Items Tagged with 'workforce'

An ICE enforcement operation in Bemidji, Minn., led to multiple arrests, sharply reducing one roofing contractor’s workforce and raising community concerns.

The company cited projections indicating the U.S. construction industry will require a 30.7% increase in labor in 2026, while roofing employment is expected to grow 6% between 2024 and 2034.

More than 80 residents completed the latest Roofing Academy course, gaining practical skills and job opportunities in the roofing industry.

El programa Workforce Pell permitiría usar ayuda federal para capacitaciones cortas en roofing y otros oficios con alta demanda laboral.

New Workforce Pell Grants could help roofing contractors recruit and train entry-level workers more quickly as labor shortages continue to strain crews, schedules, and growth.

Everlight Solar, a Midwest residential solar installer, will offer NCCER-certified construction training courses to employees through its internal education program.

Leaders met lawmakers in D.C during Roofing Day 2026, urging action on housing tax credits and workforce reforms they say are critical to closing a growing housing shortfall.

The Labor Department introduced new tools to help U.S. companies assess supply chain risks, identify labor abuses abroad and comply with laws banning forced labor imports.

The Lowe’s Foundation will invest $250 million to train 250,000 trades workers by 2035, expanding efforts to address a nationwide skilled labor shortage.

The Labor Department is seeking a national contractor to expand AI training in apprenticeship programs, aiming to modernize workforce development and meet growing industry demand.