Construction Trades

The Construction Trades program provides immersive, field-based experience covering the entire residential building process, from framing to electrical, plumbing installation, and completing interior and exterior finishes. Students develop technical proficiency in core building procedures while learning the safety and operational standards required for the modern skilled trades. This comprehensive training prepares students for immediate workforce entry or advanced placement in construction management degree programs.

• Hands-on Activities- In the Construction Trades class, students gain industry-ready skills by building functional items to master the safe operation of construction tools. They advance to trade-specific "mock-up" stations where they practice residential wiring, flooring, trim, and learn to hang and finish drywall. 
• Real World Opportunities- In this class, students will network with professional guest speakers, have the opportunity to build projects within the community, and visit industry experts.  
• Related Careers- Contractor, Demolition Worker, Electrician, Masonry, Construction Manager, Building Inspector, and many more.
• Architecture College Credit is available as a state-wide articulated program. Students who successfully complete the program will have the opportunity to earn college credit from:
  • Gogebic Community College
  • Northern Michigan University

Instructor: Devin Elsea

Year Started at CCRESA: 2026

Work Experience in Career Field: Trades Instructor at Corrections Facility, State of Michigan Building Inspector, Maintenance Supervisor, Journeyman of Bricklayer, Operator, Laborer, and Concrete Finisher.

What inspired you to teach in your program career field? I wanted a career where helping people was the focus. Teaching lets me turn student potential into future industry. 

What are some interests outside of the classroom? Time with my family, watching my children in  youth sports and time at the beach.

How do you hope your students will remember you? I hope they remember I tried to give them a life skill and the confidence to try anything in life.