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AT North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund (Rock Tavern) Carpenter Apprentice in Rock Tavern, New York
The North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund (NASCTF) will conduct a recruitment from March 4, 2024 through March 3, 2025 for 50 Carpenter apprentices.
Applications are only obtained and submitted online at https://www.nasctf.org/ during the recruitment period. Applicants who do not have internet access may visit their local library or nearest New York State Department of Labor Career Center (dol.ny.gov/career-centers) when open.
Interested candidates must attend an in-person information session prior to submitting an electronic application. In-person information sessions are given the first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., excluding legal holidays, during the recruitment period at NASCTF, 52 Stone Castle Road, Rock Tavern, NY 12575. If the first Monday falls on a holiday, the information session will occur at the second Monday of that month at 6:00 p.m. Please note, spaces are limited, and filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. At the conclusion of the information session, a passcode will be given which is required to complete an online application. If any assistance is needed with completing the online application, please contact the NASCTF at (845) 567-1810 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The Committee requires that applicants:
Must be at least 17 years old at the time application. Must attest in writing that they are physically able to perform the work of a Carpenter, which may include: Working on scaffolds and in confined spaces. Working under conditions of inclement weather, such as rain, snow, cold, heat, and direct sunlight. Performing constant repetitive motions. Climbing and working from heights. Lifting items weighing a minimum of 50 lbs. Standing and stooping for prolonged periods of time. Must pass a drug test, at the expense of the sponsor, after selection and prior to enrollment in apprenticeship. If applicant tests positive, they cannot reapply for one year. Must be willing to attend related instruction classes as required. Must have reliable means of transportation and be willing to travel to and from various job sites (in counties listed below) and required classes at the approved school. Must live in the geographical jurisdiction of the NASCTF, which includes the counties of Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester. Must provide military transfer card or discharge form DD-214, if applicable, after selection and prior to enrollment in apprenticeship. For further information, applicants should contact North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund at (845) 567-1810. Additional job search assistance can be obtained at your local New York State Department of Labor Career Center (see: dol.ny.gov/career-centers).
Apprentice programs registered with the Department of Labor must meet standards established by the Commissioner. Under state law, sponsors of programs cannot discriminate against applicants because of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or marital status. Women and minorities are encouraged to submit applications for apprenticeship programs. Sponsors of programs are required to adopt affirmative action plans for the recruitment of women and minorities.
