DC9 Painters & Allied Trades to Hold Glaizer Recruitment Drive in February

Summary

District Council 9 (DC9) is launching a Glazier apprentice recruitment drive from January 30 to February 12 at the Finishing Trades Institute of New York in Long Island City. This initiative aims to provide New Yorkers with comprehensive training and a pathway to stable careers in the building trades, offering competitive wages and benefits.

The recruitment drive is an important step in addressing the skilled labor shortage in the construction industry. By attracting new apprentices and providing them with valuable on-the-job and classroom training, programs like these play a crucial role in developing a skilled workforce essential for building and maintaining our communities.

Why this matters for apprenticeships

This recruitment drive exemplifies the commitment of registered apprenticeship programs to create opportunities for community members seeking stable careers. By focusing on the glazier trade, DC9 strengthens the workforce pipeline, ensuring that skilled labor remains available to meet the demands of the construction industry.