Travel Jobs Have Arrived: A New Way To Take On Rural Infrastructure Projects

At Buildforce, we aim to solve the most pressing challenges in the electrical contracting industry. Today, we're excited to announce our newest feature: Travel Jobs.

Why Travel Jobs Matter Now

We’ve seen big changes in the construction industry in the past year alone. These changes are happening rapidly, and Buildforce is responding quickly to where the industry is headed by helping our customers adapt and succeed. With major investments in rural infrastructure—particularly data centers—electrical contractors who are looking to stay competitive and want to win bids on these projects are likely to hit staffing roadblocks. Through the first six months of 2024 alone, 78 data center projects began construction, totaling over $9 billion and almost 12 million square feet, according to Dodge Construction Network Data. Many of these projects exist in rural areas where skilled local talent is scarce, while electricians in saturated markets search for better opportunities.

Travel Jobs bridges this gap, creating a win-win for both contractors and electricians.

What's New

Workers can now mark their travel preferences right in their profile by selecting "willing to travel" in their job preferences.

Once enabled, they'll automatically receive notifications for relevant travel opportunities that match their skills and experience.

For contractors, Travel Jobs simplifies the process of staffing remote projects. The platform now displays per diem and lodging information directly in job listings, giving traveling electricians clear expectations about compensation packages.

Benefits for Electrical Contractors

• Access a larger talent pool instead of limiting to local resources
• Quickly identify travel-ready workers who have the exact skills your project needs
• Streamline compensation with built-in per diem and lodging information
• Maintain quality standards with Buildforce's accountability features and work history verification

Benefits for Electricians

• Substantial earning potential with per diem allowances and lodging benefits
• Career growth opportunities through diverse project experience
• Simplified job search with travel-specific filters and notifications
• Clear compensation expectations with upfront per diem and lodging information

How It Works

1. For electricians: Simply enable the "willing to travel" option in your job preferences
2. For contractors: Include per diem and lodging information when posting travel jobs
3. For both: Our system connects the right talent with the right opportunities

Real-World Impact

The ability to find and apply to travel jobs within minutes can transform an electrician's career path and earning potential. For contractors, especially those managing multi-state operations or specialized projects, Travel Jobs provides access to a pre-qualified workforce ready to mobilize when and where they're needed most.

This feature marks a significant step forward not just for Buildforce, but for the entire construction industry. As projects spread into new regions and demand for specialized electrical work grows, Travel Jobs positions our community to meet these challenges head-on.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enhance this feature based on your feedback and needs.

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