Metalworking Training Program
Discover Bucks | Metalwork Training Program
Are you mechanically inclined, like to work with your hands and looking for a quick-start career opportunity? Over 90% job placement rate!
The Metalwork Training Program includes theory and hands on skills assessment, and introduces participants to the fundamental concepts and skills required to be a machinist in the field of advanced manufacturing. Curriculum concentrates on shop math, measurement tools and systems, blueprint reading, safety, hand tools, manual machines, CNC machining and welding.
Earn eight stackable credentials in 12 weeks to prepare for entry-level positions in manufacturing. Get ready for a new career, with in-demand skills for good paying jobs. Students will receive a certificate of completion, plus OSHA10 and Forklift Safety Training certification, and sit for the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) exam for Measurement, Materials, and Safety Certification.
Average starting rate between $15 - $17/hour!
NEW! Metalwork Training is now being offered in two locations - Bristol and Perkasie (Upper Bucks Campus).
Upper Bucks (Perkasie) training is FREE for Bucks County residents thanks to funding by the County of Bucks. Training in Bristol is FREE to those who qualify through the PA CareerLink.
Training starts September 3 in Bristol OR September 23 in Perkasie.
Missed the info session for Perkasie? There's still time!
Call NOW: 267-685-4884 or email: bridget.hughes@bucks.edu
Want to learn more? Fill out our interest form!
One-on-one recruitment assistance is given to those who complete the program.
Features
- 12-Week, Monday-Thursday
(Bristol class hours: 8:30am - 3:00pm, Perkasie class hours: noon - 6:30pm) - Friday morning company tours
- FREE for those who qualify
- Employer Driven, Entry Level
- Individual Job Placement Services, with high placement rate!
- Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply
Requirements for the program:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen/possess a Green Card
- Must be 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED, or on-track to completing HS diploma by June 2019
- Must pass an employer interview and mechanical aptitude test (will take place during information session)
- Must pass a drug screening, background check, and physical test
- Must have reliable transportation to commute to training and a variety of industry field trips
- Must be ready to work in Advanced Manufacturing
Bristol classes are held at the Advanced Manufacturing Training Center in Bristol, Pennsylvania and Perkasie classes are held at the Upper Bucks Campus, Perkasie and the Upper Bucks County Technical School for hands on portion of training. This is a great opportunity to up-skill or re-tool for your future!