WASHINGTON STATE BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL
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Apprenticeship & Training.

Building and Construction Trades Unions offer world-class registered apprenticeship programs that result in high-wage, highly-skilled careers. Apprenticeship programs are a combination of on-the-job training and classroom instruction and provide family-sustaining wages, health coverage and retirement benefits from day one. Apprentices also receive periodic raises to reflect increased experience and commitment. Once the apprenticeship is completed, workers receive full journey level wages and possess a trade certification.

Construct a Career!

New Apprenticeship Resource website launched June 2022
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Click image to go to www.constructacareer.org homepage

Step 1:
Career Exploration

There are numerous careers to explore in the building and construction trades! Learn more about all these trades and your interests using career exploration resources such as those listed below:
  • Youth Exploration Programs
  • Career One Stop
    • Architecture & Construction Overview
    • Architecture & Construction Occupations
  • CareerExploration.com

Step 2:
Apprenticeship Prep

​Washington has numerous state registered apprenticeship preparation programs to enhance your readiness for an apprenticeship program. Visit the Washington Department of Labor and Industries Apprenticeship Preparation webpages to learn more about a program near you. 

Step 3:
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Apprenticeship

Ready to apply to an apprenticeship program? Visit the Washington Department of Labor and Industries' website to learn how to become an apprentice. 

We Are Here to Help

The WSBCTC is also available as an apprenticeship resource; feel free to contact Randall Friesen at apprenticeship@wabuildingtrades.orgwith any questions.

Enhance Your Skills.
ADVANCE YOUR LIFE.

Learn more about building and construction trades apprenticeship programs with North America's Building Trades Unions. 

Construction Apprenticeship Brochure

Stay Connected

Phone
360-357-6778

360-357-6783 fax​
Location
906 Columbia St SW, Ste 107
Olympia, WA 98501
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  • Home
  • Affiliates
    • Regional Councils >
      • Central WA BTC
      • Columbia Pacific BTC
      • Longview/Kelso BTC
      • NE WA/N Idaho BTC
      • NW WA BTC
      • Olympia BTC
      • Olympic Peninsula BTC
      • Pierce County BTC
      • Seattle/King County BTC
    • Affiliated Unions >
      • Boilermakers
      • Bricklayers
      • Cement Masons
      • Elevator Constructors
      • Electrical Workers
      • Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers
      • Iron Workers
      • Laborers
      • Operating Engineers
      • Painters & Allied Trades
      • Plumbers & Pipefitters
      • Roofers
      • Sheet Metal Workers
      • Teamsters
    • Affiliated Associations >
      • WA State Association of Electrical Workers
      • WA State Association of the UA
      • Iron Workers DC
      • IUPAT - DC 5
      • Washington/N Idaho DC Laborers
      • Jt Council of Teamsters No. 28
      • Regional Council of SMART
  • Apprenticeship & Training
  • Political Action
    • Candidates
    • State Issues
    • Federal Issues
    • Construction Labor Caucus
  • Community
    • Scholarship
    • CLUB
  • Convention
    • 2021 Convention
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