The first step to a career in the skilled trades. Join us and start working toward your career today! Requirements: At least 15 years old Working toward HS degree or recently obtained Working to obtain or have a valid WI driver’s license Sessions will cover: Skilled trade career pathways Union construction apprenticeship application steps and
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3 events,Get to know the trades firsthand! Join us at any and all of these live virtual sessions to have conversations with actual tradespeople in the field. Learn about a typical day of work, ask for guidance, and access other training and supportive services. We hope to see you there! Events will be held on Saturdays WRTP/BIGSTEP works to prepare students for employment in various manufacturing positions, including assembly, forklift operation, as well as other opportunities.The ELMS Program is an intensive, non-paid 100-120 hour manufacturing preparation program geared towards preparing individuals to meet the workforce needs of manufacturers in the area. Participants will obtain instruction in: Forklift Training OSHA 10 Manufacturing |
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Is your Wisconsin criminal record hurting your job search? Did you know that you may be eligible to have certain convictions expunged or certain arrests removed from your record? Do you live in Dane County? The Urban League of Greater Madison, Legal Action of Wisconsin, Foley & Lardner, and the Wisconsin Association of African American Lawyers will hold
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Veterans and transitioning service members possess a wealth of soft and technical skills and professional experience and perform well in demanding scenarios. These strengths make them ideal candidates for employers seeking qualified, diverse talent for their registered apprenticeship programs. Employers and veterans can also access substantial funding and support for apprenticeships through federal and state |
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Each week we will hold a Zoom meeting with a specific trade to include: A presentation about the trade Information about the apprenticeship process A virtual tour of the training facility This week: Bricklayers/Tilesetters Click here to learn more and register for this event. If you are interested in a career in the trades, join WRTP/BIG STEP us in-person at our Milwaukee office for our Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation. 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Attendants will learn about the apprenticeship application process, trades career opportunities, community certifications, and more. Pre-registration is required to attend! If you would like |
4 events,If you are interested in a career in the trades, join WRTP/BIG STEP us in-person at our Milwaukee office for our Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation. 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Attendants will learn about the apprenticeship application process, trades career opportunities, community certifications, and more. Pre-registration is required to attend! If you would like |
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Each week we will hold a Zoom meeting with a specific trade to include: A presentation about the trade Information about the apprenticeship process A virtual tour of the training facility This week: Carpenters Click here to learn more and register for this event. If you are interested in a career in the trades, join WRTP/BIG STEP us in-person at our Milwaukee office for our Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation. 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Attendants will learn about the apprenticeship application process, trades career opportunities, community certifications, and more. Pre-registration is required to attend! If you would like |
4 events,Interested in developing construction skills and earning your high school diploma? Join WRTP/BIG STEP for our upcoming MC3 HSED information sessions: ???? Friday, April 9 at 12 PM ???? Tuesday, April 13 at 12 PM The Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3) - High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) class is a joint effort by WRTP/BIG STEP and |
4 events,If you are interested in a career in the trades, join WRTP/BIG STEP us in-person at our Milwaukee office for our Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation. 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Attendants will learn about the apprenticeship application process, trades career opportunities, community certifications, and more. Pre-registration is required to attend! If you would like |
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4 events,Interested in developing construction skills and earning your high school diploma? Join WRTP/BIG STEP for our upcoming MC3 HSED information sessions: ???? Friday, April 9 at 12 PM ???? Tuesday, April 13 at 12 PM The Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3) - High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) class is a joint effort by WRTP/BIG STEP and |
4 events,If you are interested in a career in the trades, join WRTP/BIG STEP us in-person at our Milwaukee office for our Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation. 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Attendants will learn about the apprenticeship application process, trades career opportunities, community certifications, and more. Pre-registration is required to attend! If you would like |
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Learn from instructors Karen Feliciano and Mike Cook in this unique virtual event. Explore welding processes, manual thermal cutting, and artistic soldering. Discuss the changes this industry has seen in recent years and why more women than ever are entering the world of welding and fabrication! Click here to register. |
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Interested in acquiring a Class A commercial driver's license? Join Latino Academy starting April 20 for their upcoming CDL Class A training via Zoom. Training will take place from April 20 to June 24, every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 - 8 PM. What is a Class A CDL? A Class A CDL is required |
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Each week we will hold a Zoom meeting with a specific trade to include: A presentation about the trade Information about the apprenticeship process A virtual tour of the training facility This week: Laborers & Operating Engineers Click here to learn more and register for this event. If you are interested in a career in the trades, join WRTP/BIG STEP us in-person at our Milwaukee office for our Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation. 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Attendants will learn about the apprenticeship application process, trades career opportunities, community certifications, and more. Pre-registration is required to attend! If you would like
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The Racine Works Program (RWP) certification is designed to help contractors & developers find qualified city residents to join their workforces on certain city-funded construction & private development projects. Contractors bidding on public works projects & development projects financed with public tax dollars must hire a percentage of RWP-certified City of Racine residents to work |
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April 26th is the second National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents, and this year we've expanded the focus to include lift zones in addition to work zones. In this webinar - the first of two virtual Stand-Down events, you'll hear from a variety of industry stakeholders about the responsibilities of a lift director and the
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April 26th is the second National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents, and this year we've expanded the focus to include lift zones in addition to work zones. In this webinar - the second of two virtual Stand-Down events, our panel will discuss their own experiences facing stuck-by incidents and identifying improvements and strategies to better |
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Is your Wisconsin criminal record hurting your job search? Did you know that you may be eligible to have certain convictions expunged or certain arrests removed from your record? Do you live in Dane County? The Urban League of Greater Madison, Legal Action of Wisconsin, Foley & Lardner, and the Wisconsin Association of African American Lawyers will hold
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Each week we will hold a Zoom meeting with a specific trade to include: A presentation about the trade Information about the apprenticeship process A virtual tour of the training facility This week: Sprinkler Fitters Click here to learn more and register for this event. If you are interested in a career in the trades, join WRTP/BIG STEP us in-person at our Milwaukee office for our Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation. 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Attendants will learn about the apprenticeship application process, trades career opportunities, community certifications, and more. Pre-registration is required to attend! If you would like
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The construction industry has one of the highest suicide and opioid overdose rates compared to all industries. The reasons are complicated. This webinar, co-sponsored by CPWR and NAPA, spotlights the impact that suicides, mental health disorders, and substance use have on the trades, and will share resources and examples of what stakeholders can do to |