BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//WRTP | BIG STEP - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wrtp.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for WRTP | BIG STEP REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260224T160432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T225216Z UID:10006949-1786953600-1786968000@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses are held for 7 weeks\, Monday – Friday\, from 8 AM – 12 PM\, at Gateway Campus \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nFlagger’s training\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nCDL preparation\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDigital literacy\nUpdated resume\nSeeking a career in construction\nAbility to pass a drug screen\n\nClasses Run:\nApril 13 – May 29\nRegister by March 6 \nOR \nJuly 13 – August 28\nRegister by June 19 \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nQuestions? Contact:\n(262) 619-6560 \nracine@wrtp.org \n*This program is funded in part by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and is available at no cost for eligible\ncandidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Which Class Sessions Are You Interested In?(Required)July 13 - August 28 | Register by June 19By submitting your information\, you are signing up for communications\, which may include but are not limited to newsletters\, promotions\, and other commercial messaging. You may unsubscribe at any time.Consent Check this to opt out.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/highway-construction-skills-training-hcst-program-racine-july-2026/2026-08-17/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/highway-construction-skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260227T222617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180722Z UID:10007337-1786957200-1786975200@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Youth Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses run July 13 – August 28\, Monday – Friday\, 9 AM – 2 PM. Classes are held at Gateway Technical College. \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDrug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)\nSeeking a career in construction\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\n\nQuestions?\nContact us at mchitatariso@wrtp.org or (262) 833-7720. \n*Successful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nThis program is available at no cost for eligible candidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/youth-entry-level-construction-skills-elcs-training-program-racine/2026-08-17/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/youth-Entry-Level-Construction-Skills-ELCS-Training-Program-Racine.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260224T160432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T225216Z UID:10006950-1787040000-1787054400@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses are held for 7 weeks\, Monday – Friday\, from 8 AM – 12 PM\, at Gateway Campus \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nFlagger’s training\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nCDL preparation\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDigital literacy\nUpdated resume\nSeeking a career in construction\nAbility to pass a drug screen\n\nClasses Run:\nApril 13 – May 29\nRegister by March 6 \nOR \nJuly 13 – August 28\nRegister by June 19 \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nQuestions? Contact:\n(262) 619-6560 \nracine@wrtp.org \n*This program is funded in part by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and is available at no cost for eligible\ncandidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Which Class Sessions Are You Interested In?(Required)July 13 - August 28 | Register by June 19By submitting your information\, you are signing up for communications\, which may include but are not limited to newsletters\, promotions\, and other commercial messaging. You may unsubscribe at any time.Consent Check this to opt out.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/highway-construction-skills-training-hcst-program-racine-july-2026/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/highway-construction-skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260227T222617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180722Z UID:10007338-1787043600-1787061600@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Youth Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses run July 13 – August 28\, Monday – Friday\, 9 AM – 2 PM. Classes are held at Gateway Technical College. \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDrug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)\nSeeking a career in construction\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\n\nQuestions?\nContact us at mchitatariso@wrtp.org or (262) 833-7720. \n*Successful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nThis program is available at no cost for eligible candidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/youth-entry-level-construction-skills-elcs-training-program-racine/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/youth-Entry-Level-Construction-Skills-ELCS-Training-Program-Racine.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260224T160432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T225216Z UID:10006951-1787126400-1787140800@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses are held for 7 weeks\, Monday – Friday\, from 8 AM – 12 PM\, at Gateway Campus \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nFlagger’s training\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nCDL preparation\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDigital literacy\nUpdated resume\nSeeking a career in construction\nAbility to pass a drug screen\n\nClasses Run:\nApril 13 – May 29\nRegister by March 6 \nOR \nJuly 13 – August 28\nRegister by June 19 \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nQuestions? Contact:\n(262) 619-6560 \nracine@wrtp.org \n*This program is funded in part by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and is available at no cost for eligible\ncandidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Which Class Sessions Are You Interested In?(Required)July 13 - August 28 | Register by June 19By submitting your information\, you are signing up for communications\, which may include but are not limited to newsletters\, promotions\, and other commercial messaging. You may unsubscribe at any time.Consent Check this to opt out.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/highway-construction-skills-training-hcst-program-racine-july-2026/2026-08-19/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/highway-construction-skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260227T222617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180722Z UID:10007339-1787130000-1787148000@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Youth Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses run July 13 – August 28\, Monday – Friday\, 9 AM – 2 PM. Classes are held at Gateway Technical College. \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDrug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)\nSeeking a career in construction\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\n\nQuestions?\nContact us at mchitatariso@wrtp.org or (262) 833-7720. \n*Successful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nThis program is available at no cost for eligible candidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/youth-entry-level-construction-skills-elcs-training-program-racine/2026-08-19/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/youth-Entry-Level-Construction-Skills-ELCS-Training-Program-Racine.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260302T202316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T155843Z UID:10007412-1787140800-1787155200@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Information Session & ACCUPLACER Testing: Superior DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP provides apprenticeship readiness testing\, tutoring\, and training dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades. \nWhen:\nWednesdays from 12 – 4 PM \n\nMarch 18\nApril 15\nMay 20\nJune 17\nJuly 15\nAugust 19\nSeptember 16\nOctober 21\nNovember 18\nDecember 16\n\nWhere:\nSuperior Public Library\n1530 Tower Ave\nSuperior\, WI 54880 \nInfo Sessions Provide: \n\nOverview of WRTP | BIG STEP trainings and programs\nExposure to occupations and career pathways within the skilled trades\nAssessment of individual needs and strengths\nTesting\, tutoring\, and other employment preparatory services\nPlan of action for employment\n\nRequirements: \n\n\n\nState of Wisconsin valid driver’s license or ID\nSocial Security card\n\n\n\nThe ACCUPLACER assessment is a series of aptitude tests that evaluate skills in reading comprehension\, math\, and sometimes writing\, which are crucial for success in the trades. The test evaluates an applicant’s readiness to enter an apprenticeship program or identifies areas where applicants may need additional support. \nQuestions?\ntgifford@wrtp.org\n(534) 235-9037\n\nInformation sessions are approximately 30 minutes\, followed by individual testing with varied times. We will contact you to discuss your customized plan. \nTesting can take anywhere from 1 – 3 hours. Registration is required! \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Which Info Session Are You Interested In?(Required)April 15May 20June 17July 15August 19September 16October 21November 18December 16Message(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP (Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership | Building Industry Group Skilled Trades Employment Program) is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/information-session-accuplacer-testing-superior/2026-08-19/ LOCATION:Superior Public Library\, 1530 Tower Ave\, Superior\, Wisconsin\, 54880 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Information-Session-ACCUPLACER-Testing-Superior-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260217T173119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T160843Z UID:10006164-1787148000-1787151600@wrtp.org SUMMARY:EVSTEP Information Session: Milwaukee DESCRIPTION:Work toward a career in construction. Our short-term training program provides instruction for electrical and pre-apprenticeship certification at no cost to you! \nAll classes are held Monday – Friday from 9 AM – 2 PM at WRTP | BIG STEP Milwaukee. \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nConstruction mathematics\nElectrician coursework\nHands-on training\nTrades application assistance\nEmployer engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nUpdated resume\nDigital literacy\nDrug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)\nCompleted ACCUPLACER test\n\nChoose a Cohort: \nSpring 2026 Cohort\nInfo Session: March 24 or March 26 at 2 PM (must attend 1)\nClass Schedule: April 6 – May 29 \nSummer 2026 Cohort\nInfo Session: June 3 or June 10 at 2 PM (must attend 1)\nClass Schedule: June 22 – August 14 \nFall 2026 Cohort\nInfo Session: August 19 or August 26 at 2 PM (must attend 1)\nClass Schedule: September 7 – October 30 \nWinter 2026 Cohort\nInfo Session: November 11 or November 18 at 2 PM (must attend 1)\nClass Schedule: November 30 – January 29 \nQuestions? Contact De’Borah:\n(414) 899-1443 or dboyd@wrtp.org \n*The Skilled Trades Employment Program is available at no cost for eligible candidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) under the Award Number DE-EE0011256. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the U.S. Department of Energy or the United States Government. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Which cohort are you interested in?(Required)Spring 2026Summer 2026Fall 2026Winter 2026Your Message(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. \nReasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. \nTo request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/evstep-information-session-milwaukee/2026-08-19/ LOCATION:Milwaukee WRTP | BIG STEP\, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53208\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EVSTEP-Information-Session-Milwaukee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260224T160432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T225216Z UID:10006952-1787212800-1787227200@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses are held for 7 weeks\, Monday – Friday\, from 8 AM – 12 PM\, at Gateway Campus \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nFlagger’s training\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nCDL preparation\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDigital literacy\nUpdated resume\nSeeking a career in construction\nAbility to pass a drug screen\n\nClasses Run:\nApril 13 – May 29\nRegister by March 6 \nOR \nJuly 13 – August 28\nRegister by June 19 \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nQuestions? Contact:\n(262) 619-6560 \nracine@wrtp.org \n*This program is funded in part by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and is available at no cost for eligible\ncandidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Which Class Sessions Are You Interested In?(Required)July 13 - August 28 | Register by June 19By submitting your information\, you are signing up for communications\, which may include but are not limited to newsletters\, promotions\, and other commercial messaging. You may unsubscribe at any time.Consent Check this to opt out.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/highway-construction-skills-training-hcst-program-racine-july-2026/2026-08-20/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/highway-construction-skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260227T222617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180722Z UID:10007340-1787216400-1787234400@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Youth Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses run July 13 – August 28\, Monday – Friday\, 9 AM – 2 PM. Classes are held at Gateway Technical College. \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDrug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)\nSeeking a career in construction\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\n\nQuestions?\nContact us at mchitatariso@wrtp.org or (262) 833-7720. \n*Successful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nThis program is available at no cost for eligible candidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/youth-entry-level-construction-skills-elcs-training-program-racine/2026-08-20/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/youth-Entry-Level-Construction-Skills-ELCS-Training-Program-Racine.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260224T160432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T225216Z UID:10006953-1787299200-1787313600@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses are held for 7 weeks\, Monday – Friday\, from 8 AM – 12 PM\, at Gateway Campus \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nFlagger’s training\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nCDL preparation\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDigital literacy\nUpdated resume\nSeeking a career in construction\nAbility to pass a drug screen\n\nClasses Run:\nApril 13 – May 29\nRegister by March 6 \nOR \nJuly 13 – August 28\nRegister by June 19 \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nQuestions? Contact:\n(262) 619-6560 \nracine@wrtp.org \n*This program is funded in part by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and is available at no cost for eligible\ncandidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Which Class Sessions Are You Interested In?(Required)July 13 - August 28 | Register by June 19By submitting your information\, you are signing up for communications\, which may include but are not limited to newsletters\, promotions\, and other commercial messaging. You may unsubscribe at any time.Consent Check this to opt out.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/highway-construction-skills-training-hcst-program-racine-july-2026/2026-08-21/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/highway-construction-skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T135015 CREATED:20260227T222617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180722Z UID:10007341-1787302800-1787320800@wrtp.org SUMMARY:Youth Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program: Racine DESCRIPTION:WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* \nClasses run July 13 – August 28\, Monday – Friday\, 9 AM – 2 PM. Classes are held at Gateway Technical College. \nSuccessful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nClasses Include: \n\nOSHA certification\nFirst aid/CPR\nConstruction mathematics\nBasic blueprint reading\nTool & material identification\nHands-on projects\nTrades application assistance\nContractor engagement & networking\n\nRequirements: \n\nHigh school diploma\, GED\, or HSED\nSocial Security card\nDrug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)\nSeeking a career in construction\nValid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license\n\nQuestions?\nContact us at mchitatariso@wrtp.org or (262) 833-7720. \n*Successful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nThis program is available at no cost for eligible candidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. \nLearn More:\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race\, color\, religion\, age\, sex\, national origin\, disability status\, genetics\, protected veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, or any other characteristic protected by federal\, state\, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs\, services\, and activities. To request information in an alternate format\, including language assistance or translation of the information\, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf\, hard-of-hearing\, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1. URL:https://wrtp.org/event/youth-entry-level-construction-skills-elcs-training-program-racine/2026-08-21/ LOCATION:Racine Gateway Campus\, 1001 S Main St\, Racine\, WI\, 53403 \, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wrtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/youth-Entry-Level-Construction-Skills-ELCS-Training-Program-Racine.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR