WRTP | BIG STEP

Racine Highway Construction Training Program | 2024 Sessions
2023-12-22 00:00 - 2024-08-08 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Racine Office, 1001 S Main St R119, Racine, WI, 53403, United States
As part of our mission to facilitate the recruitment and development of a more diverse, qualified workforce in the region, our roadbuilding construction class provides a hands-on experience to learners interested in beginning a career in the construction trades. This program provides exposure and instruction in different union construction career pathways (Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer, Plumber, etc.) and is recognized by WisDOT. Nationally accredited, this training is recognized across the state and will make you stand out.
Classes include:

OSHA certification
First aid/CPR
Flagger’s training
Construction mathematics
Tool & material identification
Basic blueprint reading
CDL preparation
Hands-on projects
Trades application assistance
Contractor engagement & networking

Requirements:

Valid driver’s license, permit, or proof of being on track to obtain license
High school diploma, GED, or HSED
Social security card
Updated Resume
Drug-free (ability to pass a drug screen)
Seeking a career in construction

Recruitment/Information Session:

January 16 | Register by December 22
March 11 | Register by February 23
June 18 | Register by May 31
August 20 | Register by August 2

Tentative Training:

January 22 through March 8
March 18 through May 3
June 24 through August 9
August 26 through October 11

2024 Youth Summer Trades Academy | Madison
2024-06-17 08:00 - 2024-07-25 16:00 | WRTP | BIG STEP MADISON, 2829 Perry St, Ste 205, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
Are you looking to learn more about a career in the construction trades?
Try WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2024 Madison Summer Trades Academy this June.
This 6-week, intensive hands-on training is designed to develop your entry-level skills and provide you with tangible credentials to take with you into your career as a Registered Apprentice.
Orientation
June 5
Classes
Monday – Thursday
8 AM – 4 PM
Orientation Location
2829 Perry St, Suite 205
Madison, WI 53713
Requirements:

Valid’s driver’s license
Proof of high school graduation/GED
Social Security card
ACCUPLACER test

Sign up below to get exposure and explore career options in the construction skilled trades!
Questions? Contact Us!
(608) 255-0155
jmcdade@wrtp.org
fneumann@operationfreshstart.org

Madison OSHA 30 Training | July 20 - August 4, 2024
2024-07-20 08:00 - 2024-08-04 16:30 | The Tributary Hub (Plumbers Local 75 Training Center), 2102 E Springs Dr, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
OSHA 30 Training for Construction
Working in construction and need OSHA 30 training to be employable? Register below for four easy sessions and complete your OSHA 30 training with WRTP | BIG STEP!
Registration and payment required prior to beginning of training. We will start promptly at 8 AM; please be on time and remember to bring your driver’s license or ID.
DATES*
Saturday, July 20
Sunday, July 21
Saturday, August 3
Sunday, August 4
*Must attend all 4 days to receive certification
TIME
8 AM – 4:30 PM each day
LOCATION
Tributary 2102 E Springs Dr
Madison, WI
PRICE
$65 prepaid
Questions? Please contact:
Gatiosso Traore
(608) 255-0155
gtraore@wrtp.org
Register Below:

2024 BIG STEP Orientation Sessions: Milwaukee
2024-07-27 09:00 - 11:00 | WI
BIG STEP (Building Industry Group Skilled Trades Employment Program) is an apprenticeship readiness tutoring and training program dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades.
This orientation provides:

Overview of WRTP | BIG STEP trainings and programs
Exposure to occupations and career pathways within the skilled trades
Assessment of individual needs and strengths
Test, tutoring, and other employment preparatory services
Plan of action for employment

Orientation:
March 11 | 6 PM
March 22 | 9 AM
April 1 | 9 AM
April 8 | 4 PM*
April 19 | 9 AM
May 6 | 9 AM
May 13 | 4 PM*
May 24 | 9 AM
June 3 | 9 AM
June 10 | 4 PM*
June 28 | 9 AM
July 1 | 9 AM
July 15 | 4 PM*
July 26 | 9 AM
August 5 | 9 AM
August 12 | 4 PM*
August 23 | 9 AM
September 2 | 9 AM
September 9 | 4 PM*
September 20 | 9 AM
October 7 | 9 AM
October 14 | 4 PM*
October 25 | 9 AM
November 4 | 9 AM
November 11 | 4 PM*
November 22 | 9 AM
December 2 | 9 AM
December 9 | 4 PM*
December 20 | 9 AM
*This session is an evening orientation ONLY, with testing that takes place on the following Thursday
Learn more:
