Entry-Level Trades

Are you about to graduate from high school? Do you have an interest in a trades career? Do your long-term plans include staying in Juneau where you are currently rooted? Do any of these jobs sound fun to you? If so, read on!

• Carpentry
• Construction
• Equipment Operation
• Excavation
• General Labor
• HVAC
• Landscaping
• Mechanical Trades
• Plumbing

• Assisting skilled trades professionals on active construction worksites.
• Participating in hands-on learning activities and basic jobsite tasks.
• Following workplace safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Completing required safety and workforce readiness training.
• Learning proper use of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Attending scheduled classroom instruction and training sessions.
• Working collaboratively with peers and supervisors.
• Demonstrating professionalism and reliability in a workplace setting.
• Participating in career exploration activities with trade unions and employers.

• OSHA 10 (1 college credit)
• Tools & Materials (1 college credit)
• American Red Cross CRP/First Aid Certification
• Workplace Safety
• On-the-job Construction Site Experience

• Must have a commitment to starting a full-time trades career on June 7, 2027.
• Must be 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be dedicated to workplace safety and professionalism and participate in all program components.
• Physical requirements include being able to stand or walk for extended periods in outdoor jobsite construction environments; lift or move materials up to approximately 40 pounds; work outdoors in varying weather conditions; wear required personal protective equipment (PPE); and maintain situational awareness to avoid injury or damage.
• No previous construction experience, resume, or high school diploma/GED required.