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State of Rhode Island, Office of Veterans Services , Department of Human Services

Laborers Apprenticeship

Program Description

The Laborers apprentice program is up up of 2 components.

320 hours of class room training provided to you at no cost (apprentices are paid $25 per day) at one of our 2 elaborate NE training facilities.

4000 hours of on the job training (3000 for vets) OJT.

Starting wage is $20.79/hr (or more based on experience) 10R raise for every 1000 hours of OJT worked.

Journey worker status upon completion of class room training as well as OJT. Current journey worker wages are $29.70 plus benefits.

Benefits

  • Earn while you learn (Collect GI benefits while working)
  • Paid training
  • Classroom and OJT credit granted for military service
  • Family medical coverage
  • Pension and annuity
  • Union representation

Eligibility

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Valid Drivers license
  • Highschool Diploma or equivalent
  • Physically capable of performing work
  • Ability to pass a drug test

Contact Info

Joe Caparco

508-544-9830

joe@nelapp.org

410 S. Main St.

Providence, Rhode Island 02903