Schools - Work IN Roads

$57,100 average pay

Pay for construction industry employees in Indiana was $57,100 in 2017, 23% more than the state average for all private-sector employees.

78% of firms need workers

Construction unemployment is near a series low. In AGC’s 2019 Hiring and Business Outlook Survey, 78% of firms in the U.S. reported difficulty filling salaried and hourly craft worker positions.

152,600 employees

Construction employment in Indiana in December 2018 totaled 152,600 people.

JOB SPOTLIGHT

Proposal Writer

JOB SPOTLIGHT

Operator

Job Spotlight

Environmental Specialist

Pave the Way

There are many diverse and rewarding careers available in the road construction industry–and not all involve working with your hands. Explore the options below to see where the path might lead.

TECHNICIAN
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

Salary: $47,504

An environmental specialist conducts field studies and technical analyses on small projects. They ensure regulatory compliance as well as environmental planning and permitting. Sometimes they provide recommendations for technical problems and mitigation strategies. These specialists prepare formal documentation and reports as well. These roles typically require a bachelor’s degree in some environmental or scientific discipline.
TEAMSTERS

View All

female construction worker with hard hat on

Start the Conversation

Talking with Students
Students know what they like to do, but they don’t know what jobs are available. Sometimes they even have strengths that they don’t realize. Here are some tips for introducing students to careers in construction, and finding a path that works for them.

Learn their interests & identify their strengths
- - Do they like to be outside?
  - Are they good at math?
  - Do they tend to take charge during team activities?
Explore construction jobs that match their interests
- - Connect them to job shadowing through Work IN Roads
Talking with Parents
There are many preconceived notions about careers in construction. When having conversations with parents about their child’s future in this industry, share information about the many opportunities available, and the skill levels these provide.

Discuss the wide range of opportunities available in the construction industry
- - Accountants, project managers, engineers, sales reps, laborers, and many more.
Have the salary discussion
- - The average construction salary in the state of Indiana is higher than the state average for all private sector employees.
  - Assure parents of the sustainability of these jobs. The demand for workers continues to grow, and recent state funding has solidified the long term need.

Learn firsthand.

The best way to learn about this industry is to experience it firsthand. Sign up below to spend a day with a road construction professional.

Learn More

Know the latest.

Subscribe to our newsletter for industry updates and trends, to hear about employment opportunities and to learn more about our partners.