Roofing Information Session

ROOFING PRE-APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

When: May 2 | 11AM Sharp
Where: Red Hook Initiative (767 Hicks Street Brooklyn, NY)

This free pre-apprenticeship program will lead to industry certifications and support in accessing paid apprenticeship positions with Roofer’s Union Local 8.

Career-path opportunities with excellent pay and benefits will follow for qualified graduates!

Participants will obtain instruction in:

  • 70 Hours of Roofing Instruction
  • OSHA 30 Certification
  • 16-hour Scaffolding Certification
  • Solar Panel Installation
  • Construction Math and Measurement
  • Tool Usage

Minimum requirements: Must be at least 18 years old; a NYCHA Resident residing in Red Hook, Gowanus, Sheepshead Bay, or Coney Island; completed 10th grade with transcript; able to lift 50lbs; pass a reading and math exam, pass a drug test; and be comfortable comfortable with extreme heights.

Brooklyn Woods Information Session

BROOKLYN WOODS INFORMATION SESSION

When: May 2, 2018 | 10am-12pm
Where: 125 8th Street, Brooklyn (2nd Floor)

Brooklyn Woods offers five cycles per year and recruits for the next training cycle on a rolling basis. You do not need to pre-register to attend. Recruiting for May 14-June 29 Training Cycle

At the Information Session, you will fill out an application with your work history, get detailed information about the program, take a tour of the shop and take a reading, math and measurement test.

  • Please bring a valid photo ID and a resume, if you have one.
  • Please note that latecomers who arrive after 10 AM may not be admitted.

Brooklyn Woods is located at the BWI Sector Skills Center at 125 8th Street, between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue in Gowanus, Brooklyn. 

If you have any questions please call 718-389-3636.

NRTA Test of Adult Basic Education

NYCHA RESIDENT TRAINING ACADEMY CARETAKER J TEST OF ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (TABE) SESSION

When: Wednesday, May 2, 2018 | 8:30 am
Where: NYCHA REES 787 Atlantic Avenue (2nd Floor), Brooklyn NY 11238

The TABE is an entrance exam administered to measure reading, mathematics and language skills. NYCHA REES utilizes the TABE Level D Form 10 Survey exam for all applicants to the NYCHA Resident Training Academy (NRTA).

The Survey exam includes Reading, Mathematics Computation, and Applied Mathematics. The required minimum TABE level for NRTA’s Caretaker J training program is 6.0.

Interested NYCHA residents must RSVP for the TABE by calling NYCHA REES at (718) 289-8100.

For access to TABE tips and practice materials before testing, please email NRTA@bwiny.org

For more information on NRTA please visit http://bwiny.org/nycha-resident-training-academy/overview/

GUIDELINES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TABE

    • Must be a NYCHA resident on the lease
    • Must be scheduled for TABE by calling NYCHA REES at (718) 289-8100
    • Arrive on-time: Latecomers will NOT be admitted
    • Must have valid state ID to enter building
    • Be prepared to stay for at least 3 hours
    • Must be prepared with a pen to take TABE

Roofing Information Session

ROOFING PRE-APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

When: May 1 | 11AM Sharp
Where: Brooklyn Woods (125 8th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215)

This free pre-apprenticeship program will lead to industry certifications and support in accessing paid apprenticeship positions with Roofer’s Union Local 8.

Career-path opportunities with excellent pay and benefits will follow for qualified graduates!

Participants will obtain instruction in:

  • 70 Hours of Roofing Instruction
  • OSHA 30 Certification
  • 16-hour Scaffolding Certification
  • Solar Panel Installation
  • Construction Math and Measurement
  • Tool Usage

Minimum requirements: Must be at least 18 years old; a NYCHA Resident residing in Red Hook, Gowanus, Sheepshead Bay, or Coney Island; completed 10th grade with transcript; able to lift 50lbs; pass a reading and math exam, pass a drug test; and be comfortable comfortable with extreme heights.

“Made in NY” PA Training Program Information Session

“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION

April 30, 2018 @ 1:00pm

“Made in NY” Production Assistant Training Program’s Information Sessions are held Mondays at 1:00 p.m. at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Building 92.

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an information session for the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program. The calendar will update with new dates for Post Production as soon as they become available.

Guidelines and Requirements
  • No RSVP is needed.
  • Bring your driver’s license (if you have one) and your résumé.
  • Be prepared to stay for at least 3 hours.
  • Arrive on-time: Latecomers will NOT be admitted and space is limited.
  • Doors open at Noon (12 p.m.)

For more information, questions or concerns you may email us pa@bwiny.org. On Monday morning, call 718-237-2017 x145 and listen to the recorded message for information regarding Information Session cancellations and/or program updates.

Roofing Information Session

ROOFING PRE-APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

When: April 30 | 11AM Sharp
Where: Brooklyn Woods (125 8th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215)

This free pre-apprenticeship program will lead to industry certifications and support in accessing paid apprenticeship positions with Roofer’s Union Local 8.

Career-path opportunities with excellent pay and benefits will follow for qualified graduates!

Participants will obtain instruction in:

  • 70 Hours of Roofing Instruction
  • OSHA 30 Certification
  • 16-hour Scaffolding Certification
  • Solar Panel Installation
  • Construction Math and Measurement
  • Tool Usage

Minimum requirements: Must be at least 18 years old; a NYCHA Resident residing in Red Hook, Gowanus, Sheepshead Bay, or Coney Island; completed 10th grade with transcript; able to lift 50lbs; pass a reading and math exam, pass a drug test; and be comfortable comfortable with extreme heights.

Post Production Training Program Information Session

“Made in NY” Post Production Training Program Information Session

When: Friday, April 27 from 12:00-2:00 PM
Where: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 92

Join the thriving TV & Film Post Production Industry. The training begins on May 9, 2018.

Requirements

  • No RSVP is required to attend an information session
  • Arrive on-time: Latecomers will not be admitted
  • Be prepared to stay for at least two hours
  • 21+ years of age | 6 months NYC residency
  • Strong computer skills
  • 6 months experience in Production Industry as Office/Set PA
  • 2 year commitment to working in Post Industry

BWI serves individuals from low-income backgrounds, who are unemployed or under-employed. We welcome all interested applicants to the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program, and those who currently or recently experienced serious challenges finding or maintaining employment will be prioritized for enrollment.

Roofing Information Session

ROOFING PRE-APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

When: April 27 | 11AM Sharp
Where: Red Hook Initiative (767 Hicks Street Brooklyn, NY)

This free pre-apprenticeship program will lead to industry certifications and support in accessing paid apprenticeship positions with Roofer’s Union Local 8.

Career-path opportunities with excellent pay and benefits will follow for qualified graduates!

Participants will obtain instruction in:

  • 70 Hours of Roofing Instruction
  • OSHA 30 Certification
  • 16-hour Scaffolding Certification
  • Solar Panel Installation
  • Construction Math and Measurement
  • Tool Usage

Minimum requirements: Must be at least 18 years old; a NYCHA Resident residing in Red Hook, Gowanus, Sheepshead Bay, or Coney Island; completed 10th grade with transcript; able to lift 50lbs; pass a reading and math exam, pass a drug test; and be comfortable comfortable with extreme heights.