How to Answer: Have you ever been late for work?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Construction job interview.
6. Have you ever been late for work?
How to Answer
There are times you may be late to work due to an unforeseeable circumstance. If you have been late to work because of traffic, weather, a flat tire, or another situation, describe why you were late and what you did to keep it from happening again. If you are late to work often because of poor time management, the interviewer will view you as irresponsible, and you might be passed over for the job. The interviewer wants to see that you are responsible and value being to work on time. Explain if you have been late and who you notified about your delay.
Written by Krista Wenz on December 1st, 2021
Answer Example
"I have been late to work once in my career. I witnessed an accident on my way to work and stopped to help since I have first aid training. I called 911 to report the accident, rendered aid until emergency services showed up, and called my supervisor to explain why I was running late. I ended up being half an hour late to work, but my supervisor was understanding of the situation and had heard about the accident on the news."
Written by Krista Wenz on December 1st, 2021