The new year is a great time to explore training programs and apprenticeships. Here is what’s happening around the state:
Oregon Tradeswomen’s 5-Week Laborer’s Pre-Apprenticeship Training:
- Career exploration in the Skilled Laborer’s trade
- Classroom learning and hands-on training
- Fitness conditioning
- Directly entry to the Laborer’s Registered Apprenticeship program
- Wages starts at $21.09/hr and can exceed $33.48/hr after apprenticeship completion
- Must attend one virtual info session on 1/31 or 2/11
- Location: Central Oregon
More info, here.
Portland Youth Builders Construction Bridge Program:
- Hands-on training with professionals on real jobsites
- Personalized career coaching for the construction trades
- BOLI pre-apprenticeship certification upon completion
- 95% of graduates are place in union apprenticeships or industry positions
- No experience or tools needed
- Earn up to $1,725 over a 8-9 week program
- Program begins 3/28
- Location: Multnomah and Washington County
More info, here.
Southern Oregon PEMB JATC:
- Assembler, pre-engineered metal buildings
- Must be at least eighteen years or older
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Applications open 2/7 until 6/27
- Location: Jackson, Josephine and Klamath Counties
More info, here.