Paving Industry Veteran Uses Recent Interview Feature to Advocate for Change

STATEN ISLAND, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 15, 2025 / Timothy D. Lubniewski, General Manager at Rose Paving LLC and former owner of one of the Northeast's most respected paving firms, is using his recent spotlight interview to call for a national shift in how America values trade workers, blue-collar leadership, and vocational career paths.

Lubniewski, who started his first business at age 23 with little more than a truck, a crew, and a strong work ethic, was featured this week in a 700-word industry profile titled "Timothy Lubniewski: From Staten Island Streets to Industry Success." The piece traces his journey from local construction start-up to leadership in the nation's largest private commercial paving maintenance company.

But beyond personal achievements, Lubniewski wants to focus attention on a broader issue: the growing shortage of skilled trade workers-and the outdated perceptions holding the industry back.

"Trades shouldn't be seen as a fallback," Lubniewski said in the interview. "There's strategy, pride, and leadership in this work. People just need to hear those stories more often."

Labour Crisis in the Skilled Trades

According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's 2024 Construction Index, 88% of contractors reported moderate to severe difficulty in finding skilled workers. The National Association of Home Builders adds that 77% of builders cite labour shortages as a top concern. And the average age of skilled trade workers in the U.S. is now over 43, with younger generations entering the field at much lower rates than previous decades.

"This isn't just a workforce problem," said Lubniewski. "It's a mindset problem. Too many schools steer kids toward debt-heavy degrees and away from honest, rewarding, hands-on work."

Leadership from the Ground Up

The feature article details Lubniewski's journey from founding companies like Stream-N-Stone and Paving Arts Corp, to growing a regional business through quality work, hands-on leadership, and reinvestment in people and tools.

"You don't have to be the loudest guy in the room," he said. "When your workers ask for your advice, when they call you a friend-that's when you know you're leading."

After selling his business to Rose Paving, Lubniewski stayed on to help lead national operations. He now uses that platform to elevate not just paving practices, but the value of blue-collar leadership in modern business.

A Call to Action: Rethink Success

Lubniewski isn't asking for headlines or handouts-he's asking for a mindset shift from the public, business leaders, educators, and parents.

"Let's reframe what success looks like," he said. "It's not just about degrees or titles. It's about showing up, learning a skill, and taking pride in what you build."

What You Can Do

This is not just a trade industry issue-it's a national one. The future of infrastructure, housing, logistics, and local economies depends on rebuilding the trade workforce and raising its profile.

Here's how individuals can help:

• Talk to young people about career options in the trades.

• Support vocational programmes in schools and communities.

• Highlight the value of builders, repairers, and technicians in your networks.

• Mentor or connect with people entering blue-collar fields.

• Rethink hiring bias - prioritise work ethic and leadership over prestige.

"There's always an answer," Lubniewski said. "You just have to stay at it long enough to find it."

To read the full interview, visit the website here.

About Timothy D. Lubniewski

Timothy Lubniewski is a Staten Island-based business leader with over two decades of experience in construction, paving, and operational leadership. A SUNY Albany graduate in economics, he's known for building teams, mentoring tradespeople, and managing large-scale operations with honesty and heart. He currently serves as General Manager of Rose Paving LLC and is the co-founder of the Jacobsen Lubniewski Fund, supporting local churches and community initiatives.

Contact:

info@timothylubniewskipaving.com

SOURCE: Timothy Lubniewski