Information about obtaining and renewing a Massachusetts contractor’s license.
Amish communities like those in New York, Pennsylvania, and other U.S. states are known for their barn raising events which feature basic materials, few machines, and lots of manpower. While that construction formula was common in the 19th and early 20th century, today’s construction projects employ much more modern technology to get the job done.…
Question: What do Massachusetts drivers, hunters, fishermen, and contractors have in common? You guessed it. They all need to acquire a license in order to remain in good standing with state law. Here are the five things you must know about getting a Massachusetts contractor’s license: If you only want to work on already-built residences,…
Looking for an exciting career in Massachusetts that can earn you about $30,000 a year, even if you don’t have a high school diploma? Then you may want to consider becoming a forklift operator. Forklift operators can work in a variety of environments, including warehouses, ports, and construction sites. In order to be employed in…
“Never stop dreaming, never stop believing, never give up, never stop trying, and never stop learning.” ― Roy T. Bennett, author For construction supervisors in Massachusetts, those first four word trios are good suggestions – but the last one is required by the state’s Board of Building Regulations and Standards. Holders of a construction supervisors’ license…
“Is this gonna be on the test?” This is probably the most commonly-asked question by students in high school, community college, or university classrooms. Though teachers and professors might get annoyed from hearing it so often, it is perfectly understandable that their students would want to identify which material would appear on an exam so…
Are you one of those people who was mesmerized by construction equipment when you were a child? Or do you simply want to enjoy an exciting, well-paying career without having to endure months or years of additional schooling? Either way, you can accomplish your goal of working in the Massachusetts construction industry by obtaining your…
Remember when you were back in high school and you dreamed about the days when you’d never have to set foot in a classroom anymore? Perhaps that was one reason why you first considered getting your Massachusetts construction supervisor license (CSL). After all, you could prepare for the licensing exam on your own time without…
When it comes to construction supervisors in Massachusetts fulfilling their state-mandated continuing education requirements in order to renew their licenses, some people like to complete their coursework online at their own pace. Others prefer to enroll in a classroom course so that they can learn in a more structured environment. But beginning in 2018, many…
The final three months of the year are busy for many people in Massachusetts. Between autumn festivals, holiday events, and end-of-year planning, there is no shortage of tasks that must get done. But if you have obtained a construction supervisor license (CSL) in the commonwealth, you should probably add one more entry to your to-do…
For many people, the new year is often viewed as a positive event full of hope and promise. But for those thousands of Massachusetts residents who have worked long and hard to obtain their construction supervisor license (CSL), 2018 will bring with it a bit more hassle. That’s because the Massachusetts Board of Building Regulations…