CRANDON, LAONA, WABENO, GOODMAN-ARMSTRONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WELCOME TO TODAY'S PRESENTATION BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CENTER

CRANDON, LAONA, WABENO, GOODMAN-ARMSTRONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WELCOME TO TODAY’S PRESENTATION BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CENTER.

Blackwell Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center 4155 County Hwy H Laona, Wisconsin 54541.

What is Job Corps?. Job Corps is the nation’s largest, completely free, career technical training and education program for low-income, young adults ages 16 to 24. Established in 1964, Job Corps serves approximately 40,000 young people each year and takes pride in its diverse student population and welcoming all who qualify..

Where are Jop corps Centers located? There are 123 Job Corps centers located in the United States and Puerto Rico. Each offer different career trainings options. All centers are run by the federal government’s Department of Labor, however, 24 of these Job Corps are also under the direct guidance of the US Forest Service (USFS) and additionally called Civilian Conservation Centers. Blackwell JC CCC in Laona, Wisconsin is one of the above mentioned USFS campuses. Center locations like ours tend to be in more rural areas, smaller and with a family-oriented atmosphere. The other Job Corps location in this state is Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is a federal contract center and twice as large in student population..

5. Where can I find the Blackwell Job Corps Campus?.

6. You may be eligible for Job Corps if you:. You may not be eligible for Job Corps if you:.

7. Dedication to the program. If you choose to take part for the wrong reasons, it will not help you. Willingness to learn and stay on task. This is a self-paced program. You go as fast or as slow as you want. No show of progress means you do not want your opportunity and you will lose it. Students can stay at Job Corps up to 2 years. Most complete all career trainings and begin their careers at around 12-18 months. Commitment to being drug and alcohol free. Students will be tested upon entry and must remain clean for the duration of their training. A positive test will result in immediate termination and you may not reapply for 1 year. Follow all program rules and regulations and remain in good behavioral standing. This means on center and out in the community..

8. Career training in a variety of hands-on trades: Carpentry, Masonry, Welding, Construction Craft Laborer (CCL) and Forestry Conservation with Wildland Firefighting.

9. Dormitory living with meals and snacks in our campus dining hall. Access to our large, recreational center and campus grounds. Biweekly pay of $45.00 less taxes to all students with paid time off days and weekend passes to those in good standing. Support and education in a wide range of life and work skills..

10. Career Preparation Period (CPP). The Career Preparation Period (CPP) is considered your first 60 days at Job Corps. Just like an orientation to a new job, CPP is your introduction to life on campus and the start of your career training. It also gives staff a chance to get to know each of you and you to know us. Students will begin at Blackwell in a small group, referred to as a cohort. Each cohort is special in that these are your input “brothers and sisters”. You are beginning this journey together before slowly branch out to the general student population. CPP will consist of getting to know the campus layout and staff, TABE testing, completing career training classroom hours and job shadowing in each of the Blackwell Job Corps trades. It is a great time to ask questions and find out all of what Job Corps has to offer..

Students will be housed in dorm rooms throughout their stay. There are two, separate dormitory buildings divided by large, common areas. One building, Dorms 3 and 4 are all male, while Dorm 5 is female on one side and male students near training completion on the other side. Rules on “dorm hopping”, or visiting each other’s rooms, are in place. Approximately 2 - 4 students are assigned to each room randomly, just like at any college or university. We ask that students take this chance to get to know new people, however, it’s understandable that differences can make situations uncomfortable. Staff will work with roommates and assigned room schedules, to ensure everyone is comfortable and happy..

12. Recreation. Center recreation is an important aspect of life here on campus. We want you to be able to create and maintain a healthy lifestyle that balances hard work and time for yourself to include exercise and exploring nature. Due to our location within a national forest, students have access to an amazing selection of various sports and activities. All water and swimming activity participation, however, will be permitted only after a student passes a swim certification test. On-Center Activities Archery, Basketball, Softball, Flag Football, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Air Hockey, Billiards, Ping-Pong. Knocker ball, Paintball, Cards, Board games, Painting, Ceramics, Video Games, Karaoke, Physical Training (PT), Campfires, Outdoor Movies Off Center Activities Kayaking, Biking, Camping, Fishing, Roller-Skating, Bowling, Tubing, Golfing, Football/Hockey Arena Events, Park Trips, Shopping/Mall Trips, Swim/Waterpark Trips, Movie Theatre Trips Leadership Opportunities Recreation also offers students the chance to serve leadership roles as Recreation Aides. These positions would assist in checking equipment in/out, monitoring weight room activities and helping staff as needed. SGA, Student Government Association, and Dorm Leaders are also areas to excel..

What does a typical day at Job Corps look like?. 13.

14. Center Trades.

15. Construction Craft Laborer (CCL). Digi/". CAREER SKILLS THAT WILL BE LEARNED BUT NOT LIMITED TO : 1.) Using basic construction materials such as concrete, lumber, sand, and bricks 2.) Installing slopes and adjusting levels of elevation on construction sites 3.) Identifying and caring for different types of lumber and learning the use of each type 4.) Using scaffolding, hand levels, transits, plumb-bobs, builder's levels, and other tools 5.) Moving sand, gravel, concrete blocks, and other construction materials 6.) Stamping and staining concrete 7.) Highway flagger certification 8.) OSHA safety certification 9.) Necessary training certification in off-road forklift skid steer, boom, and scissors lift operation. 10.) Participation in hands-on projects for local townships, Forest Service entities, nonprofit organizations..

16. Union Carpentry. CAREER SKILLS THAT WILL BE LEARNED BUT NOT LIMITED TO : 1.) Constructing, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures using wood, metal, drywall, and other materials 2.) Measuring materials and distances for project layout 3.) Proper use of hand and power tools to cut and fasten materials according to specified measurements 4.) Erecting scaffolds 5.) Building concrete forms according to sketches, blueprints, or verbal instructions 6.) Following established safety rules and regulations 7.) OSHA 10 certification; Green Building Awareness certification, Ergonomics, and Pro 10 credentials training 8.) Union Training and certification 9.) Participation in hands-on projects for local townships, Forest Service entities, nonprofit organizations, and local UBC projects..

17. Welding. CAREER SKILLS THAT WILL BE LEARNED BUT NOT LIMITED TO : 1.) Training in Metal Inert Gas (MIG) 2.) Training in Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) 3.) Training in ARC and oxyacetylene cutting. 4.) Demonstrating safe OSHA and PPE practices 5.) Identifying different metals and their properties for the proper use and safety 6.) Learning to measure and calculate those measurements accurately. 7) Demonstrating proper use of the hand, machine, and technology tools involved in the welding process 8.) Reading and understanding drawings and/or sketches drafted to scale 9.) Participation in hands-on projects for local townships, Forest Service entities, and nonprofit organizations..

18. Union Masonry. CAREER SKILLS THAT WILL BE LEARNED BUT NOT LIMITED TO : 1.) Interpreting blueprints and drawings to determine specifications and to calculate the materials required. 2.) Calculating angles and courses and determine the vertical and horizontal alignment of courses. 3.) Constructing corners by fastening in plumb position a corner pole or building a corner pyramid of bricks, filling in between the corners using a line from corner to corner to guide each course, or layer, of brick. 4.) Measuring distance from reference points and mark guidelines to lay out work, using plumb bobs and levels. 5.) Breaking or cutting bricks, tiles, or blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer, or power saw. 6.) Mixing specified amounts of sand, clay, dirt, or mortar powder with water to form refractory mixtures. 7.) Removing excess mortar with trowels and hand tools, and finish mortar joints with jointing tools for a sealed, uniform appearance. 8.) Cleaning working surface to remove scale, dust, soot, or brick and mortar chips, using a broom, wire brush, or scraper. 9.) Participation in hands-on projects for local townships, Forest Service entities, nonprofit organizations, and local Union projects..

19. Forestry Conservation and Wildland Firefighting.

20. USFS WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING AND CAMP CREWS.

What can I expect after graduation?. 21. Job Corps works with its graduates to help them find good jobs in high-growth industries with employers across the country. Employers save time and money by hiring skilled Job Corps graduates who are trained on industry procedures and equipment. Job Corps graduates receive transitional support services, including help locating a job, housing, child care, and transportation..

22. WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND? #JOBCORPSLIFE.

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