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Is There Really a Labor Shortage in Roofing?

Labor Central Labor Shortage RLW Register

May 24, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.

By Cayden Wemple.

Join John Van Beek and Paul Aguire for a discussion about the labor shortage and how employers might be looking in the wrong places for labor.

We’ve all heard about the labor shortage in the roofing industry. Since COVID, it seems like it’s been harder to maintain labor, but John Van Beek of Labor Central and Paul Aguire of Lumanex argue that employers might just be looking in the wrong places to recruit reliable labor and there may not be a labor shortage crisis at all. Tune in on June 2, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. PT for a full discussion about labor shortage on RCS’s Read, Listen, Watch Webinar.

One significant topic that will be covered in the webinar is the impact of changing technologies on the roofing industry. Specifically, the discussion will highlight how innovative platforms like Labor Central have simplified the process of finding skilled labor for roofing projects. Attendees will gain insights into the user-friendly nature of Labor Central, how it facilitates the attraction of high-quality labor, and the role it plays in alleviating labor shortage challenges. Furthermore, Paul Aguire will share his personal experience of utilizing Labor Central to advance his own business.

While the webinar focuses on digital strategies, it also recognizes the importance of analog approaches to attracting labor. Traditional recruitment methods, such as utilizing job advertisements in newspapers, magazines and industry-specific publications will be discussed. They’ll also share about the power of word of mouth from their networks and how valuable recommendations and referrals are.

Another powerful recruiting tool is recruiters! John and Paul will touch upon the role recruiters have, both independent and those affiliated with recruitment agencies, as they possess expertise in matching candidates with suitable job opportunities.

By delving into both digital and analog approaches, this RLW will provide a comprehensive understanding of how employers can effectively address the labor shortage in the roofing industry.

Register for the webinar here!

Learn more about Labor Central in their Coffee Shop Directory or visit www.laborcentral.com.

About Cayden

Cayden is a reporter for RoofersCoffeeShop, MetalCoffeeShop and AskARoofer. When he isn’t writing about roofs, he’s usually playing guitar or writing songs for his musical endeavors.

About Labor Central

Find your next crew fast. When you need them. Where you need them. Started by a second-generation roofing industry insider, Labor Central wants to spotlight those doing the hard work. There's a better way for contractors and crews to connect and control their businesses. Contractors and crews are at the constant mercy of weather, materials, and scheduling, putting even more stress on their livelihood. The entire industry relies on hard-working contractors and crews, from manufacturers to distributors to the end consumer. Yet they are the most underserved and underappreciated, lacking a real advocate. In an era where politics, pandemics, and staying profitable are forcing many contractors and crews to scramble or quit, you need a new solution to the labor challenge. Labor Central is the only online tool designed to quickly connect roofing contractors and crews without a middleman so you can control the future of your business. Our unique CREWHUB platform provides labor connections all in one spot.