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Construction & General Building Laborers’ Local 79 Apprenticeship Program – New York, NY
Program Information
The Construction & General Building Laborers’ Local 79 Apprenticeship Program offers comprehensive training for individuals pursuing careers as skilled construction craft laborers. The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on training, covering areas such as general construction, site maintenance, interior and total building demolition, and mason tending. Safe work practices are central to all training received.
Program Length
The apprenticeship program begins with three weeks of free training followed by paid on-the-job training and work experience at job sites throughout New York City. Journeyworker status is achieved upon completion of approximately 400 hours of classroom instruction and 4,000 hours of on-the-job learning.
Programs Offered
- Skilled Construction Craft Laborer Apprenticeship Program
Certifications & Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for journey-level positions in the construction industry, with opportunities to work on various projects throughout New York City. The program emphasizes safe work practices and provides training in multiple construction skills, enhancing employability and career advancement prospects.
Program Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old at the start of the program.
- Must have a high school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma (such as TASC or GED).
- Must attest to being physically able to perform the work required of a skilled construction craft laborer, which may include working at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures, both indoors and outdoors.
- Must pass a drug screening upon selection to the program.
Application Process
Admission to the Apprenticeship Program is primarily through candidates selected from a general recruitment, which occurs once or twice a year. The Mason Tenders’ Training Fund website announces the date for the next general recruitment. All New York Apprenticeship Recruitments are announced on the NYS Department of Labor website, where you can learn more about the requirements and processes for each program.
Financial Aid & Support Services
The apprenticeship training program is free to all participants, funded through contributions from employees and employers of Local 79. Apprentices receive paid on-the-job training and work experience at job sites throughout New York City. Support services include academic counseling and career placement assistance to help apprentices succeed professionally.