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Apprenticeship recruiters work with “influencers” to attract young people

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Many Americans are unaware of the benefits available to the men and women who enter a registered building trades apprenticeship program. Instead, these Americans believe in pushing the next generation of students towards college, where they pay thousands and then have to go find a job for themselves.

United Association Local 669 is a unique Local Union, as it represents fire sprinkler professionals in 48 states. UA Local 669 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee Recruitment and Outreach Specialist Tim Coleman joined AWF Union Podcast to discuss apprenticeship and how it can benefit Americans. Continue reading →

UA Local 669 apprenticeship runs smoothly, despite COVID-19 adjustments

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The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruptions in everybody’s life, but there is work to be done. Union organizers and apprenticeship professionals are working hard to keep increasing union membership.

United Association Local 669 Recruitment and Outreach Specialist Tim Coleman is one of those professionals, carrying on with his job. He joined AWF Union Podcast to detail his experience and encourage listeners to share information about registered apprenticeship programs. Continue reading →

UA Local 669 recruiting specialist looks to recruit more veterans into the trades

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During the week of Veterans Day, America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured veterans who continue to serve by helping fellow Americans obtain careers in union industries.

United Association (UA) Local 669 Recruitment and Outreach Specialist Tim Coleman joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how he is helping to recruit new members into the ranks of UA Local 669 and the building trades in general. Continue reading →