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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4 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
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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 |
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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: Sheet Metal Workers Click here to learn more and register for this event. |
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WRTP|BIG STEP will be offering an all new Virtual Roadbuilding Training class starting in October! If you are interested in this training opportunity please contact us at 262-619-6560 for more information! |
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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: Plumbers Click here to learn more and register for this event.
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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,
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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: Teamsters Click here to learn more and register for this event.
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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 |
2 events,
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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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ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS! INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN CONSTRUCTION? WRTP’s MC3 training means an opportunity at career exploration and nearly 120 hours of coursework and hands-on preparation, designed to help you choose and succeed in the construction skilled-building trades. As you work to determine which of the many trade pathways is best for you |
3 events,
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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: Electricians Click here to learn more and register for this event.
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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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3 events,
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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: Operating Engineers Click here to learn more and register for this event.
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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 |