Construction Fundamentals – Laborer’s Pre-Apprenticeship description: (Programs are offered at NO COST to clients)
This construction fundamentals program ensures participants gain the tools and basic knowledge to start a new career in the construction field:
- Students will earn certifications for: OSHA 10 safety training, First Aid/ CPR-AED, Confined space awareness, Work zone safety & traffic control, Hazardous waste removal.
- Review safety requirements and learn hands on training in Construction fundamentals, Blueprint reading, and Skid steer loaders.
- Employment preparation training, such as resume development and mock interviews.
- After the 6 week course students will complete the math and agility test to meet the pre-apprenticeship requirements with Northern California Laborers’ Training Center (LIUNA).
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a resident of Santa Clara or San Benito County
- Must be 18 years old or older
- Currently unemployed or underemployed
- Ability to read and write in English
- Have reliable transportation
- Eligible to work in the USA with proof of documentation
- Pass pre-assessment in basic computer literacy, math skills & measurements
- HSD/GED preferred but not required
- Driver’s license is preferred but not required
- In good physical health; ability to stand for 6-8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
- Availability to attend Mandatory Orientation the week prior to session start date
Career Opportunities:
- Construction Apprentice
- Equipment Operator
- Parts Runner or Driver
Course Information:
- Days: Monday – Friday
- Length: 6 weeks
- Time 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Location: Goodwill of Silicon Valley – 1600 Technology Drive, San Jose, CA 95110
2026 Class Dates:
Start: 2/02/26 – End: 3/13/26
Attend Information Session and Apply by: 1/9/26
Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 1/26/26 to 1/30/26
Start: 5/04/26 – End: 6/12/26
Attend Information Session and Apply by: 4/3/26
Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 4/27/26 to 5/01/26
Start: 8/17/26 – End: 9/25/26
Attend Information Session and Apply by: 7/17/26
Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 8/10/26 to 8/14/26
Start: 11/02/26 – End: 12/11/26
Attend Information Session and Apply by: 10/2/26
Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 10/26/26 to 10/30/26
NOTE: All dates are subject to change