Training Agent Info
One of the major issues facing our industry today is a shortage of skilled workers. Workforce development must be a priority for all employers in the construction industry or the problem will only get worse. To that end, the Inland Northwest AGC is pleased to offer Open Shop Apprenticeship Programs for its members: Carpenters, Laborers & Heavy Equipment Operators.
Carpenter Apprentices will complete 160 of classroom training per year in everything from blueprint reading to building layout to finish work. Carpenter Apprentices must complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training. All three programs provide apprentices with comprehensive safety training.
Laborer Apprentices will complete 160 of classroom training per year where they will be taught the necessary skills to become a valued and highly skilled member of the workforce. Laborer Apprentices must complete 6,000 hours of on-the-job training. All three programs provide apprentices with comprehensive safety training.
This program provides both hands-on and classroom training in all aspects of equipment operation, maintenance and safety. Students are required to complete 160 hours per year of related supplemental instruction and 6,000 work hours before graduating the program as a journey-level operator. All three programs provide apprentices with comprehensive safety training.
TRAINING AGENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Must be a member of the Inland Northwest AGC.
Must be approved as a training agent by the Apprenticeship Committee.
Must abide by the training standards as registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
Must pay a yearly contribution to the program based on the number of journeyman operators, carpenters, or laborers employed. Each program has a separate fee.
- Training agents must conduct a short Anti-Harassment Training for Apprentices. The training is not long and consists of a 6-minute video followed by a 6-question quiz. Upon passing the quiz, you can generate a certificate of completion and send a copy to the AGC Apprenticeship Program for our records. The required Anti-Harassment Training can be found HERE.
APPRENTICESHIP UTILIZATION RESOURCES
The Inland Northwest AGC Apprenticeship Programs are here to partner with employers to help with apprenticeship utilization requirements.