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Shaddox also recommended taking classes that teach computer-aided drafting , or CAD , which is used to create engineering designs . “ If you understand how CAD works , you ’ ll have an advantage ,” he said .
Potential employees should also take computer classes that teach advanced Excel skills . “ Working in construction doesn ’ t mean you don ’ t work with your mind ,” Rucker said . “ We need creative thinkers and planners who can see the big picture .”
“ Some people go to college for four years , create a lot of debt , and end up with a job that doesn ’ t pay as much as our employees earn ,” said Hex Bisbee , Chief Financial Officer .
“ You can make a good living building something ,” Barrows added .
No matter what their position is in the company , successful Multi-Craft employees have one quality in common : pride in their work . The company is committed to providing superior quality services . “ Being part of the Multi-Craft team gives you an opportunity to see something grow from nothing into a finished project ,” Shaddox said .
“ You can work on projects you can be proud of and that will be around for years to come ,” Rucker added .
Multi-Craft is always looking to hire people who are passionate about what they do and often adds three to four new employees each week . The company has a total of 636 employees , adding 150 of those workers in the last year alone . MCC has doubled its employees over the past five years .
“ That tremendous growth demonstrates how the construction industry is thriving ,” Shaddox said . “ We ’ ll continue to expand as Northwest Arkansas grows ,” he added .
Managers look for applicants who want to stay with the company . “ We don ’ t have a lot of turnover ,” Rucker said . “ Multi-Craft gives employees the opportunity to build a stable , long-term career .”
In addition to training and education opportunities , Multi-Craft offers benefits including a 401 ( k ) retirement savings plan , paid vacation , holiday pay , and health , dental , vision and life insurance .
The company believes in taking care of our community and employees . “ It goes back to one of Multi-Craft ’ s core values of living by the Golden Rule ,” Barrows said . “ We treat others the way we want to be treated .”
If you are interested in learning more about Multi-Craft Contractors , visit the website at www . multi-craft . net .
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