These are Costing You the Job

Have you applied for job after job, only to not even get a call for an interview? It might be because you are making the same mistakes on your resume, over and over again, which are costing you the job. Many job candidates face deal-breakers that cost them a great construction job. Here are the top 10 mistakes you could be making, that need to be fixed:

The most common mistake on a resume is spelling and grammatical errors. If you are not a great proofreader, then you must give your resume to someone that is. It will be worth the few dollars you will spend to have your resume checked and correct.
When was the last time you updated your contact information on your resume? Believe it or not, most people forget to update or change their contact info. Make sure your info is correct.
A turnoff to many hiring managers is seeing an unprofessional email address on a resume. Set up a separate email address to use just for job searches.
One of the most common mistakes made on construction resumes is adding a list of hobbies that are really irrelevant to the job. Most do this to “fill up” the resume, but you are better to leave those hobbies off.
You must include examples that demonstrate your skills. It is more than just supplying a list of skills, give them examples of using those skills and the results.
Do NOT keyword stuff your resume. That will get it tossed aside quicker than anything. It is ok to use keywords sparingly.
Every resume you submit should be specific and customized to fit that particular job applying for. A template resume will not get you calls or job offers.
Do NOT copy words directly from the job ad or description and place in your resume.
There really is no reason to include a headshot with your resume, however, it is important to make sure that your photo on your social media be professional. They will look it up.
Keep it simple! There is no reason to get fancy with your resume.

With a little effort, you can revise your resume to stay clear of these deal-breakers.