The JATC for the NYC District Council of Carpenters (NYCDCC) will conduct a recruitment from August 14, 2024 through August 13, 2025 for 25 Carpenter (Piledriver/Dockbuilder);20 Linoleum, Resilient Tile,and Carpet Layer;3 Cabinet Maker; 10 Millwright apprentices.
Applicants must attend in-person information session at the NYCDCC,395 Hudson Street(Clarkson Street entrance),NY, NY 10014.Information Sessions will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 9AM-10AM excluding months of Dec and Jan for all trades during the recruitment period.No entry is after 9AM. Off-site and virtual sessions may be added if necessary. Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come,first-served basis.After the session,a passcode will be given to complete an online application. Applicants must sign in during the in-person session to qualify.If not,the individual is disqualified. After the session,a passcode is given,which will allow them to access the application online which will be valid for 60 days from the date of the session.Applications are only available online during the recruitment at website listed here.
Completed applications must be submitted and received through the website(www.nyccarpenterstrainingcenter.org)within 60 days from the date of the session.Failure to comply with this deadline will disqualify the individual.Applicants may only apply for one trade,and each application will be kept on file for two years.After that,the applicant must reapply. Applicants meeting all requirements will be scheduled for a later date interview.Applicant must be on time will be allowed only one interview. Failure to arrive on time for the interview will result in disqualification.Accepted applicants will receive an instruction sheet and a list of required original documents if accepted into the program. The top-ranking candidates have to attend an orientation.They must be on time and bring proper originals of all verification documents.Those that do not comply will be disqualified.A conditioner offer of employment will be made to all attendees. The Committee requires that applicants: Must be at least 17 years old at the time of application. Must have a high school diploma or a equivalency diploma (such as TASC or GED).Proof will be required after selection. Must be able to perform the work of the trade without posing a direct threat to the safety of themselves or others. Must be able to perform the work of a Carpenter: Working on scaffolds and in confined spaces. Working under conditions of inclement weather, such as rain, snow, cold, hear and direct sunlight. Performing constant repetitive motions. Climbing and working from heights. Lifting items minimum of 50 pounds. Standing and stooping for longer periods. Must pass a substance abuse screening, at the expense of the sponsor, within 48 hours of selection,at a site designated by the JATC. Applicants that do not pass the screening will be notified and disqualified. Must be able to read, hear and understand verbal instructions and warnings in English. Must provide proof (detailed examples) of any trade-related experience, certification,or education, after selection. Must sign an Apprentice handbook (subject to change). Must travel to off-site training and assume for costs in the event of cancellation,failure to attend,or failure to successfully complete the program. Must provide proof (detailed examples) of any trade related experience,certification or education after selection. Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the United States.Proof will be required after selection. Must have reliable means of transportation to and from job sites and classes. Must provide DD-214,Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty,if applicable,after selection.
For further information, applicants should contact NYCDCC at (212) 727-2224.Job search assistance can be obtained at your local NYS Department of Labor Career Center(see: https://dol.ny.gov/career-centers)