CareerTalk - Hendricks CareerTek

Due to COVID 19 restrictions, students were not allowed to participate in traditional on-site job shadow opportunities. Susan Day, our Career Development Director, had an idea to document, via video, all the careers required to build the ABC Supply Stadium and virtually bring the job shadow experience to the students. The key to this project is area high school juniors and seniors volunteered to conduct the interviews, film, and edit each video. Enjoy these conversations with professionals about their careers and how interested students might prepare themselves!

CareerTalk Introduction

Hendricks CareerTek, in association with CCI Corporate Contractors Inc. and a generous grant from the Hendricks Family Foundation, presents a series of brief virtual job shadow videos for students considering a range of professions. The construction of the ABC Supply Stadium was used as a working example.

We’ll be adding more in the days and weeks ahead!

Episode 1
Terry Miller, General Superintendent, CCI

Terry Miller, CCI General Superintendent is interviewed by Prasia Jackson, a Beloit Memorial student.

Terry shares some guidance for students who may be considering a career in the construction trades in general, and CCI in particular.

Episode 2
Steve Ebling, Pre Construction Manager, CCI

In this episode Steve Ebling, CCI Pre Construction Manager is interviewed by Prasia Jackson from Beloit Memorial.

Today Steve shares some insight on what a Pre Construction manager or Estimator does and what someone can do to prepare themselves to enter this career.

Episode 3
Brad Brown, Owner, Brownfield Environmental

In this episode Brad Brown, owner of Brownfield Environmental shares with Prasia Jackson, a Beloit Memorial H.S. student, how engineers are problem solvers for their clients.

Brad talks about what environmental engineers do, why it is interesting work to do, and how to enter this career.

Episode 4
Mike Bales, Safety and Operations Director, Corner Stone Construction

Today Mike Bales, Safety and Operations Director for Corner Stone Construction is interviewed by Kaelyn Miller.

Mike gives us some insight into what Safety Directors do and what Operations Directors do. Further, Mike provides guidance on what education and work experience is helpful to get into these types of careers.

Episode 5
Joe Johnson, Masonry Foreman, Corner Stone Construction

Today Joe Johnson, Masonry Foreman for Corner Stone Construction is interviewed by Kaelyn Miller.

Joe gives us some insight into what a Masonry Foreman does and provides some guidance on how to get into the trade and how to succeed in it.

Episode 6
Kris Johnson, Ironworker Foreman of Area Erectors

Today Kris Johnson, Ironworker Foreman from Area Erectors is interviewed by Kaelyn Miller.

Kris gives us some insight into what ironworkers do and provides some insight into the training, work involved, what he likes about the career and how to get into it.

Episode 7
DJ Charmat, Architect, JPR

Today DJ Charmat, Architect for JPR Architecture is interviewed by Kaelyn Miller.

DJ talks to us about what Architects do in general and his involvement in this stadium project in particular. Additionally, he shares what education and training is involved to enter the profession.

Episode 8
Claire Eltzrot, Civil Engineer, JPR

Today Claire Eltzrot, Civil Engineer for JPR is interviewed by Kana Wong.

Claire gives us some insight into what a Civil Engineer does, what her role is within the broader stadium project. Additionally Claire provides some advice on how to determine if this would be a good fit for you, what kind of education is needed, and how to enter the field.

Episode 9
Andrew Cunningham, Landscape Architect, JPR

Today Andrew Cunningham, Landscape Architect for JPR is interviewed by Kana Wong.

Andrew talks with us about what Landscape Architects do along with what sort of education is required. Additionally Andrew shares with us how to determine for yourself if this profession would be a good fit for you and much more.

Episode 10
Bryce Nass, Owner/Excavator, Ideal Midwest

Today Bryce Nass, excavator and owner of Ideal Midwest is interviewed by Josselin Murrilo.

Andrew talks with us about the role of Excavators within the broader scope of building construction. He shares with us how he learned the trade along with a little bit about some of the heavy equipment used. Finally, Andrew talks about what skills and personal attributes are best suited for the work.

Episode 11
Gabe Bubolz, Concrete Project Manager, Midleton Construction

Today Gabe Bubulz, Concrete Project Manager for Middleton Construction takes remote student’s questions

Gabe talks with us about how concrete and concrete tradespeople work within the broader scope of building construction. Additional he shares what roles different individuals contribute to the project. Finally, Gabe talks about how he entered the trade and what skills and personal attributes are best suited for the work.

Episode 12
Jose Carbajal, Assistant Project Manager, CCI

Today Jose Carbajal, Assistant Project Manager for Corporate Contractors Inc, is interviewed by high school student, Reid Stadelman.

Jose takes us on a tour of the stadium project along with explaining the sequence of what gets done and why. Jose shares his own career path and what sort of background experience and education is most helpful in getting into careers like assistant project management.

Episode 13
Travis Swirth, HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical Project Manager, Tri-Cor Mechanical

Today Travis Swirth, HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical Project Manager, Tri-Cor Mechanical is interviewed by high school student, Miguel Leon.

Travis talks to us about what “HVAC”, heating, ventilation, air conditioning is and his responsibilities as project manager. He shares advise on what students can do to prepare themselves for a career in this field, what the opportunities are and where to find them.

Episode 14
Mike McNett, CIO Production Manager & General Foreman, Mid-States Concrete

Today Mike McNett, CIO Production Manager & General Foreman, Mid-States Concrete, is interviewed by high school student, Reid Stadelman.

Mike talks to us about what components Mid-States manufactures for the stadium project. We also meet Production Manager, Chris Olson who shares how he got into the business, career path, and where and how he gained job training. Finally, Chris shares his advice for excelling at the job.

Episode 15
Randy Spang, Project Manager, 1901 Plumbing Mechanicals

Today Randy Spang, Project Manager from 1901 Plumbing Mechanicals is interviewed by high school student, Madalyn Brooks.

Randy talks to us about what he does as a plumbing project manager and what kind of education and training is most helpful in getting into this trade. Randy also shares his own path to becoming a Project Manager. Lastly, he talks about what 1901 Plumbing Mechanicals contribution is to the successful stadium project.

Episode 16
Tim Porter, Foreman, 1901 Plumbing Mechanicals

Today Tim Porter, Forman for 1901 Plumbing Mechanicals is interviewed by high school student, Callie Ramirez.

Tim talks to us about what kind of training is required to enter the trade, his personal path on entering the trade and how his job has changed while advancing to become foreman. He shares where interested individuals can apply to get started. Tim goes on to show us what his team is installing on the stadium project.

Episode 17
Alex Thompson, Foreman, CCI Roofing

Today Alex Thompson, Forman for CCI Roofing is interviewed by high school student, Hannah Ballard.

Alex talks to us about what requirements are required to enter the roofing trade and what it takes to advance to becoming a foreman. He explains for us what his team is doing on this project along with some of the products and methods used. Finally Alex talks about what a typical days work can be like.

Episode 18
Mark Hartwig, Project Manager, CCI

Today Mark Hartwig, CCI Project Manager is interviewed by high school student, Hannah Ballard.

Mark introduces us to his role and responsibilities as the stadium project manager. He shares the kind of formal education and field experience is helpful to qualify for a position as project manager including his own personal career path. Mark talks about the range of things that he’s been responsible for in this role for the stadium project.

Episode 19
Don Moen, Safety Director, Associated Builders and Contractors

Today Don Moen, Safety Director, Associated Builders and Contractors is interviewed by high school student, Jeton Ashiku.

Don shares with us his role as a Safety Director on building construction projects. He shares what sort of education and training is available and most helpful for entering this sort of career. Don talks about the importance of safety on the worksite. Additionally we’re shown examples of various safety precautions employed at the stadium.

Episode 20
Matt Martinson, Electrician Apprentice, Bevara Building Services

Today Matt Martinson, Electrician Apprentice, Bevara Building Services is interviewed by Clinton high school student, Jeton Ashiku.

Matt shares with us what an Electrician Apprenticeship is, the skills taught, what he’s responsible for and how to plug into an apprenticeship and get started in this career. Further, he explains some of the terminology used to perform the work on the job site. Finally, Matt explains his own personal decision process in choosing this career path.

Episode 21
Shaugn Evans, Field Foreman, MidStates Concrete

Today Shaugn Evans, Foreman for MidStates Concrete is interviewed by high school student Camille Knight.

Shaugn shares with us his role as a Field Foreman for MidStates on building construction projects and the types of projects they typically work on. He shares how to enter the career and how it has changed over the years. Shaugn then talks about what his team is working on with the stadium project. Finally, he provides some information about on-the-job training.

Episode 22
Pete Woodkey, Project Manager, CCI

Today Pete Woodkey, Project Manager with Corporate Contractors Inc. is interviewed by high school student, Reid Stadelman.

Pete shares with us his role as a Project Manager at the stadium construction project. He shares how he got his start in the industry and path to his current position. Pete shares some of what it takes to advance, where and how the learning takes place. Finally, he shares the benefits he has enjoyed having learned so much with his experience in the trades.

Episode 23
Robert Grismore, Superintendent and Kalin Wade, Apprentice, Nelson Fire Protection

Today Robert Grismore, Superintendent for Nelson Fire Protection and Kalin Wade, Apprentice are interviewed by high school student Blake Ayotte.

Robert introduces us to some of the mechanical infrastructure that provides fire protection to the facility. He then shares with us what he and his team do to install and inspect the the systems to ensure it functions safely. Finally Robert talks about how to enter the field, how and where training is provided, and how to succeed in the profession.

Episode 24
TJ, Site Superintendent, CCI

Today TJ, Site Superintendent for CCI is interviewed by high school student Liz Garner.

TJ introduces us to the role of Site Supervisor and what his responsibilities are. He then shares what to expect and how to succeed in the trades. Finally TJ takes us on a tour of the facility still under construction explaining how it all comes together.

Episode 25
Matthew Sanchez, Site Foreman, FieldTurf

Today Matthew Sanchez, Site Foreman for Fieldturf is interviewed by high school student Liz Garner.

Matthew introduces us to the artificial turf industry and the types of applications it is used for, along with what he and his crew do to install it. He then shares with us his personal background in getting into the field and advancing. Finally, Matthew talks about how to enter the field, how and where training is provided, and how to succeed in the profession.

Episode 26
Cathy & Ashley, Sr. Project Managers, NGU Sports Lighting

Today Cathy and Ashley Matt, Senior Project Managers, NGU Sports Lighting is interviewed by high school student, Katherine.

Cathy and Ashley share with us some of the engineering that goes into meeting the lighting requirements for various sporting, arena and baseball park applications. Further they talk about their individual education and training backgrounds leading to their current responsibilities. Finally they share what makes their career interesting and personally fulfilling.

Episode 27
Ean, Project Manager, Aldridge Electric

Today Ean, Project Manager for Aldridge Electric is interviewed by high school student Katherine Cobos.

Ean shares the kinds of work Aldridge Electric does and what he does as a Project Manager. He talks about his team’s role in the stadium project and then shares his background and training to enter the field and get to his current position.

Episode 28
Seth Nathan, Trades Foreman, CCI

Today Seth Nathan, Foreman for General Trades Division, CCI is interviewed by Director of Education Services, Susan Day.

Seth explains what the General Trades Division, carpenters is responsible for and what specifically his team is working on today at the stadium project. He talks about his own training and background as well as CCI’s apprenticeship program for carpenters and what they learn.

CareerTalk Introduction

Episode 1 Terry Miller, General Superintendent, CCI

Episode 2 Steve Ebling, Pre Construction Manager, CCI

Episode 3 Brad Brown, Owner, Brownfield Environmental

Episode 4 Mike Bales, Safety and Operations Director, Corner Stone Construction

Episode 5 Joe Johnson, Masonry Foreman, Corner Stone Construction

Episode 6 Kris Johnson, Ironworker Foreman of Area Erectors

Episode 7 DJ Charmat, Architect, JPR

Episode 8 Claire Eltzrot, Civil Engineer, JPR

Episode 9 Andrew Cunningham, Landscape Architect, JPR

Episode 10 Bryce Nass, Owner/Excavator, Ideal Midwest

Episode 11 Gabe Bubolz, Concrete Project Manager, Midleton Construction

Episode 12 Jose Carbajal, Assistant Project Manager, CCI

Episode 13 Travis Swirth, HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical Project Manager, Tri-Cor Mechanical

Episode 14 Mike McNett, CIO Production Manager & General Foreman, Mid-States Concrete

Episode 15 Randy Spang, Project Manager, 1901 Plumbing Mechanicals

Episode 16 Tim Porter, Foreman, 1901 Plumbing Mechanicals

Episode 17 Alex Thompson, Foreman, CCI Roofing

Episode 18 Mark Hartwig, Project Manager, CCI

Episode 19 Don Moen, Safety Director, Associated Builders and Contractors

Episode 20 Matt Martinson, Electrician Apprentice, Bevara Building Services

Episode 21 Shaugn Evans, Field Foreman, MidStates Concrete

Episode 22 Pete Woodkey, Project Manager, CCI

Episode 23 Robert Grismore, Superintendent and Kalin Wade, Apprentice, Nelson Fire Protection

Episode 24 TJ, Site Superintendent, CCI

Episode 25 Matthew Sanchez, Site Foreman, FieldTurf

Episode 26 Cathy & Ashley, Sr. Project Managers, NGU Sports Lighting

Episode 27 Ean, Project Manager, Aldridge Electric

Episode 28 Seth Nathan, Trades Foreman, CCI