Apprenticeship Program
Vermont Rural Water’s apprenticeship program is designed to train new hires at drinking water and wastewater facilities across the state. Apprentices will learn system operations through on-the-job training and prepare for certification exams through classroom education and self-study.
Hire an Apprentice
This is a great way to hire and train new employees, especially for systems who have employees retiring soon. We offer six apprenticeship tracks (click each for a PDF more information):
Water Treatment (2 year program – registered)
Water Distribution (2 year program – registered)
Wastewater Treatment (2 year program – registered)
Water & Wastewater Treatment (3 year program – registered)
Become an Apprentice
Qualified candidates should apply directly with the employer for apprenticeship positions. Apprentices must be at least 18 years old and have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Apprenticeships that are registered with the Vermont Department of Labor are two-year, full-time positions, during which apprentices will be paid a salary. Apprentices will receive 288 hours of classroom instruction and 4,000 hours of on-the-job training.
Interested?
Contact our Apprenticeship Program Coordinator here.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Vermont Rural Water Association will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. Vermont Rural Water Association will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.