Apprentice
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Apprentice
WHY APPRENTICESHIP?
Our nationally recognized training program was developed in response to the industry’s need to train the next generation of skilled workers and standardize training across the state. Once an Apprentice completes this 2-year program and obtains an operators license from The State of Michigan, he or she is considered a journey worker and can do tasks unsupervised, making this person employable as a Systems Operations Specialist in the Water / Wastewater Industry.
Apprentice Benefits
- Earn While You Learn
- Make A Real Difference In The Community
- Gain Practical Skills You Can Take Anywhere
- Train Alongside An Experienced Technician (2-year program)
- Every community is required to have a certified Water / Wastewater operations specialist
- Stable / Non-fluctuating Industry
Utility Benefits
- Proven solution to recruit, train, & retain employees
- Replace the retiring workforce
- Transfer knowledge from experienced technicians to new apprentices
- 2 years of hands-on training alongside an experienced technician
- Build a relationship with the apprentice
- Ensure a well-rounded, highly trained employee is produced
