Below is a series of videos discussing a few different crafts in the building and construction trades. The Construct a Career website will be updated periodically, and more videos will be uploaded as they become available. Videos are presented for educational purposes only, and do not reflect any programs specific need for applicants or availability of open registration.

What Types of people do well in apprenticeship?
Ryan Bradt, Assistant Training Director for the Puget Sound Electrical Apprenticeship program shares what kinds of learners do best in an apprenticeship program.

Masonry | Pathways to Apprenticeship
Lowell Glodowski, Training Coordinator for Western Washington Masonry Trades discusses highlights of his apprenticeship experience and how to get started as well as the different trades in the Masonry field.  

Laborers | Pathways to Apprenticeship
Jeremy Clevenger, Apprenticeship Coordinator of the Northwest Laborers talks about his experience through the Laborers apprenticeship program and how to get started. 

Sheet Metal | Pathways to Apprenticeship
Eric Peterson, Administrative Coordinator with Western Washington Sheet Metal JATC talks about the realities of what to expect joining apprenticeship and how to get started.

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Virtual Training Tour 
February 10, 2022 - The Washington State Building and Construction Trades Council in conjunction with Electricians Local 48, Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 26, Western Washington Sheet Metal JATC, and Pierce County Roofers JATC conducted a Virtual Training Tour of their facilities. You can watch the tour here. 

“I thought I wanted to be a teacher, but decided I didn't want to sit at a desk all the time. I wanted to work with my hands and actually see progress. I love my job, and I’m a lot happier at the end of the day.” - Olivia Walters Electrical Apprentice