Maui Construction Career Day By: Melanie Martin The participants rotated in two areas, 1) heavy equipment and 2) exhibits/trades.
After waiting four years, Construction Career Day returned to Maui in a HUGE way. On November 15, a record 1,058 students, teachers, and counselors visited U.H. Maui College to experience an awesome hands-on career fair focusing on construction-related employment opportunities. High school and community college students from 10 schools and alternative learning programs attended the event.
In the heavy equipment area, students were allowed to operate the arms of the equipment, and ride up in the basket of a boom truck. In the exhibits/trades area, students learned about careers in the skilled crafts. Our very own Rey Domingo, Denise Texeira, Robin Shishido, Ty Fukuroku, Ernest Tabangcura, Tanner Hawksford and Daniel Garcia were “in the house” talking to students about career opportunities with HDOT and
Students and teachers came from as far away as Lanai and Molokai to experience what it is like to work on a construction site Each student received a hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, and a career guide.
about keeping the environment clean. Next year the event will be held on Oahu at the Aloha Stadium. For more information, contact Melanie Martin. PAGE 15
