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Old 04-12-2012, 08:27 PM   #18
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Originally Posted by MindBomber View Post
It sounds like J.Bell might be able to hook you up, but for reference..

When I was hiring construction labourers, warehouse workers and security guards with no construction experience were a dime a dozen. I never even gave any of them an interview, because the guy with construction experience is obviously who I want to hire.

A great cover letter that explains that you're looking to establish a career in the construction industry would be enough to outweigh the lack of experience though.

Exactly.

I deal with this on a weekly basis. Kids dropping off resumes, and only have Save On Foods as their work experience. Theres a big difference between stocking shelves, and packing 80+ lbs of 20m rebar
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