FOR APPLICANTS

NCRWA Apprentices receive on-the-job training from an experienced water or wastewater operator who serves as the apprentice’s mentor, while receiving on the job training and job-related coursework. Apprentices study for state certifications to become fully qualified water or wastewater operators. Apprentices can be recent graduates, experienced workers, or military veterans. The NCRWA Apprenticeship Program is your pipeline to a water industry career.
 
Click here to find out more about what water and wastewater operators do.
 
Benefits of Apprenticeship

• Hands-on learning and job-related classroom or technical training provided
• Wage increases as new skills and certifications are earned
• Earn national and state certifications and licenses
• Build a career with advancement opportunities

 
Minimum Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent
• Valid DL (proof of age)
• Consent for background check and drug screen
• Physically able to perform physical labor

 
 
NCRWA Apprentice Screening Process

• Application is reviewed and must be completed, in full, with all documents uploaded with the application
• Interview with the NCRWA Workforce Development Coordinator
• Basic Skills Assessment: Math and Reading
• Background check

 
Credit for prior experience and college credit will be considered
Direct Entry is granted to Veterans, Incumbent workers, JobCorps, Youth Build Pre-apprenticeship completers. Must be documented and approved by NCRWA.
 
Think the NCRWA Apprenticeship Program is a good fit for you? Apply here.