November 29, 2007
On Wednesday, November 28, 2007, Janet Napolitano, the Governor of Arizona signed a proclamation endorsing the Helmets to Hardhats transition for our veterans from war zones in Iraq and Afghanistan to the construction zones in Arizona. In attendance were Edward C. Sullivan, President, Building and Construction Trades Department of the AFL-CIO, Bryan Smith, Pipefitters Union in California, a coalition of Arizona Labor Leaders and various veterans actively participating in the apprenticeship program today. Arizona’s growth warrants a demand for skilled workers in the building trades industry and as the Helmets to Hardhats grows, so does our labor movement along with the working class. This is huge and we need to experience more of this. I was excited to have been able to participate in this event not only as a labor leader representing CWA Local 7019 but also a U.S. Navy veteran.
In solidarity,
Thomas Sandoval
Executive Vice President
CWA Local 7019
HELMETS TO HARDHATS
Defend, Now Build America: Transition into the best jobs in construction. Visit the website: www.helmetstohardhats.org . This website explains how Helmets to Hardhats is the fastest way for Military, Reservists & Guardsmen to transition from active duty to a career in the construction industry.
This offers everything you need: World-class skill training, Solid lifetime career, Job security, Good compensation, Strong benefits package, Large retirement pension, Eligible for GI Bill benefits and is Ideal for National Guard and Reserve.
Get Started: The first step is finding a great career in building and construction industry is to register with us for free at: www.helmetstohardhats.org. Once you have done that, complete your profile and learn about the different trades and what it means to be a part of them. When you find a trade that interests you, begin your search for opportunities online.
Transition into the Right Position. If your military skills make you an expert in a construction trade, you can enter the industry at a higher level, with full credit for your experience. If you need to learn a construction trade, you can be trained at no costs, earn a good wage and benefits while you are learning and you may be eligible for GI Bill funds that will boost your training income above the average wage for that field. If you can pass the classes and do a good job on the work site, you are on your way to a promising future and helping to grow our labor movement.
Education: The apprenticeship programs we recommend to candidates are of the highest quality, with well-resourced training centers and projects. With many apprenticeship programs, you can utilize the Montgomery G.I. Bill or various state, National Guard or Reserve educational funding. Rates will vary depending on type of service, trade program and length of training. For more information visit: http://www.gibill.va.gov.
Apprenticeship: Most candidates will enter an apprenticeship program that lasts around four years. During that time, you will be earning a paycheck while training to become a master craftsperson, taking classes and going to work at job sites. You will also receive a great benefits plan.
START YOUR CAREER, NOT JUST A JOB:
If you are looking for a career, you are in the right place. Helmets to Hardhats helps to place quality men and women from the Armed Forces into promising building and construction careers.
Acceptance into the building and construction trades is your first step to a great future. Careers in these trades enable you to earn while you learn and get rewarded for hard work The building and construction trades offer you competitive salaries with consistent raises, pension plans, excellent medical benefits and flexibility.
These HELMETS TO HARDHATS Partners are Ready to Serve You.
International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers
International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers
United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
International Union of Elevator Constructors
International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
Labors’ International Union of North America
International Union of Operating Engineers
Operative Plasterers’ and Cement Masons’ International Association of the United States and Canada
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades
United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers
Sheet Metal Workers’ International Association
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
United Association of Journeyman and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada
Contractor Associations
Finishing Contractors Association
International Council of Employers of Bricklayers
Mechanical Contractors Association of America
National Association of Construction Boilermakers Employers
National Electrical Contractors Association
National Erectors Association
North American Contractors Association
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association
Our Thanks to the:
Building and Construction Trades Department, AFL-CIO
