Opportunities for Women
"The support is out there for women coming into the industry and the job opportunities are amazing. We need more women who want to get in and do the work."
- Hilary Colbert
Building Skills, Building Lives
"I took the initiative to learn, no matter what job I had. The best advice I ever got was, make yourself an asset, then make yourself a commodity."
- Casey Green, Heavy Equipment Operator / Superintendent
Earn While You Learn
"In my particular career, or any of the construction trades, you have a much better pay compared to any of the other typical jobs for women. You're going to be making a lot of money here. You'll actually be able to care for yourself -- and your family -- and everybody."
- Michelle Miller, Apprentice Electrician
Building Skills, Building Lives
"I am proud of my accomplishments and get a strong sense of pride when I make somebody's life better when I turn their lights back on. It is tough work but very rewarding. I'm proud to be a lineman!"
- Michael Leach, Lineman
Careers Without Cubicles
"It's a fun job. I like being part of something big and showing that to my children."
- Londell Dever, Apprentice Operating Engineer
Careers Without Cubicles
"I like moving around, going to different worksites, exploring new things. I can�t stand doing the same thing."
- Jenny French, Sheet Metal Apprentice
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Building Skills, Building Lives
"I wanted a career that would challenge me both intellectually and physically. The hands-on experience in apprenticeship gave me what I needed to get down and dirty. I can set an example for my kids and have more opportunity to provide for their future."
- Angelica Ramos
Get a Paying Education
"I was finding it difficult to transfer my work experience to Oregon and get licensed. Apprenticeship was key in training me for an Oregon journeyman license and for sharpening my skills."
- Tim Grange, Journeyman LEA
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