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HRSD

Apprenticeship

Program Benefits That Build a Future • FREE classroom training • PAID on-the-job training • FREE textbooks • REIMBURSEMENT for mileage • Regular training and merit increases Mission • Top-notch instructors To create a workforce with diverse • Tutoring available • Enhanced promotional opportunities skill sets to prepare for an ever- throughout Hampton Roads and the changing industry. Middle Peninsula • Recognized and approved by the US and Hampton Roads Sanitation District Virginia Dept. of Labor and Industry, 1434 Air Rail Avenue Virginia Dept. of Veterans Services and Virginia Virginia Beach, VA 23455 Dept. of Professional and Occupational Regulation • Veterans benefits available for qualifying participants For more information, call 757.460.7303 • Exemptions for on-the-job training and/or or visit www.hrsd.com/careers and prior related coursework may be approved click on Apprenticeship

A Tool for Excellence Eligibility Electrical & Instrumentation (E &I) HRSD created the nation’s first wastewater Candidates for HRSD’s Apprenticeship Program industry apprenticeship program to support Specialist must be: continued excellence in our workforce. Our • Hired by HRSD into an apprenticeship Uses highly specialized tools and testing apprenticeship programs are custom-designed to position, (HRSD must have a vacancy) equipment to install, inspect, maintain, help individuals achieve the training and • repair and replace electronic/ experience needed for a successful career at At least 18 years old • A high school or vocational school pneumatic instrumentation and other HRSD. equipment in wastewater treatment diploma or have a GED plants and pump stations. Performs • Electrical & Instrumentation Apprentices must A Key to Higher Wages complex and specialized electrical have or be pursuing an Associate’s Degree in maintenance and repair operations for With a positive attitude and satisfactory job Electro-Mechanical Technology, Electronics or a wastewater treatment plant and pump performance, apprentices can earn training pay related field station electrical systems. increases by gaining knowledge and experience, • Physically able to perform the work which leads to merit and training pay increases • Strong Mathematical Skills Machinist with years of service until the top of the pay scale has been reached. Plant Operator apprentices Fabricates, rebuilds, and/or repairs parts are required to obtain their Class 4 – Class 1 Eight Career Choices and replacement components for large Wastewater Works Operator Licenses. HRSD’s Apprenticeship Programs provides a mechanical equipment. combination of on-the-job training and related Apprenticeship Program Requirements classroom instruction. All can be completed in Automotive Technician three to four years. The following is a short Apprentices work their regular work schedule while Performs repairs and maintenance on gaining the required skills for their trade. They must description of duties for each of the trade positions. The number of job openings in each career automotive and engine-powered attend classes (September-June) approximately 2- equipment used by HRSD. Troubleshoot 3 nights per week and may potentially complete determines the number of apprenticeship opportunities available. and repair gasoline, natural gas, online courses. propane, and diesel engines.

A formal graduation ceremony is held for all Plant Operator Carpenter apprentices who complete the Apprenticeship Operates and controls various wastewater Builds, repairs, alters and maintains Program. All graduating apprentices will also be treatment plant processes and equipment. wood structures, buildings and awarded a Virginia State Certificate of Performs field and laboratory tests. Collects, furnishings. Prepares and paints wood, Completion, Journeyworker Card in their trade, analyzes and records data on wastewater metals, plaster and sheetrock surfaces. and an Apprenticeship Program class ring. treatment samples. Must have the ability to work rotating shifts. Small Communities Systems Operator Interceptor Technician Operates and performs maintenance Maintains and repairs interceptor system force activities for wastewater treatment mains, gravity mains and pump stations. facilities. Performs sample testing, data collection, analysis, and recording. Maintenance Operator Performs maintenance on gravity vacuum and force main systems. Performs maintenance and repair activities Responds to Miss Utility and service calls. for wastewater treatment facilities