Skill Sets:

• General laborer
• Office administrator
• Logistics specialist
• Concrete finisher
• Dispatcher
• Marketing specialist
• Inside sales representative
• Laboratory manager
• Truck driver
• Project engineer
• Safety manager
• Environmental manager
• Superintendent
• Concrete pump operator
• Quality control manager

The Trade:

Cement is an essential component of the construction industry, and it is used in a variety of applications from building foundations to creating roads and bridges. The United States is the world’s third-largest producer of cement, and the industry is responsible for approximately 2.5 percent of the country’s GDP.

The cement industry in America is highly competitive, with numerous producers competing for market share. The industry is dominated by a few large companies, such as Cemex, LafargeHolcim, and Vulcan Materials, but there are also numerous smaller producers. Many individuals pursue roles in the concrete industry to support construction projects and improve concrete products.