Deckorators launches apprenticeship program
The training program will connect trained apprentices with Certified Pros.
Deckorators, the composite decking, railing and accessories manufacturer, has launched a new program designed to help its Certified Pro contractors meet the challenges of the labor shortage.
The Deckorators Deck Builder Summer Apprenticeship Program will connect qualifying Deckorators Certified Pros with trained local apprentices for the 2019 deck-building season.
The manufacturer, a subsidiary of Universal Forest Products, Inc., says the program is built to help contractors increase opportunities and drive deck sales and installation services by aligning with the brand.
To land apprentices, who can extend deck crews and boost production, Certified Pros can participate in the apprenticeship program through a straightforward, process.
Certified Pros may review qualifications and apply to participate in the program through Nov. 30 at
Deckorators will then assist approved Certified Pros with recruiting local apprentices. From November 2018 through February 2019, the Deckorators team will with work with Certified Pros to develop job descriptions, perform in-depth interviews, and review references. The pro will also have the option of conducting their own interviews with a recommended apprentice before final approval. All apprentices will be selected by March 15, 2019.
All apprentices must then complete one Deckorators Training Week give April 21-27 or May 5-11 in Prairie du Chien, Wis. Training Week will cover a variety of topics, including hands-on installation for decking and railing, best tips and tricks for deck-building practices, and how Deckorators products are manufactured.
Certified Pros are responsible for airfare, lodging, and meals for the apprentice during Training Week. By the time the apprentice arrives for training, he or she must be on the Certified Pro’s payroll. After the apprentice completes the training, Deckorators will post 2,500 points to the Certified Pro’s account — one point equals $1 —to offset or cover the out-of-pocket training costs.
The apprenticeship term runs from June 1 to Aug. 31, 2019. At the end of the apprenticeship term, the Certified Pro may choose to hire the apprentice as a full-time team member.
“In meetings around the country, our Certified Pros have shared their challenges with finding enough good labor,” said Kat Williams, senior business manager for Deckorators. “The Deck Builder Summer Apprenticeship Program was built to align our partners with qualified builders who can make a real impact on their business.”
The Deckorators Deck Builder Summer Apprenticeship Program will connect qualifying Deckorators Certified Pros with trained local apprentices for the 2019 deck-building season.
The manufacturer, a subsidiary of Universal Forest Products, Inc., says the program is built to help contractors increase opportunities and drive deck sales and installation services by aligning with the brand.
To land apprentices, who can extend deck crews and boost production, Certified Pros can participate in the apprenticeship program through a straightforward, process.
Certified Pros may review qualifications and apply to participate in the program through Nov. 30 at
Deckorators will then assist approved Certified Pros with recruiting local apprentices. From November 2018 through February 2019, the Deckorators team will with work with Certified Pros to develop job descriptions, perform in-depth interviews, and review references. The pro will also have the option of conducting their own interviews with a recommended apprentice before final approval. All apprentices will be selected by March 15, 2019.
All apprentices must then complete one Deckorators Training Week give April 21-27 or May 5-11 in Prairie du Chien, Wis. Training Week will cover a variety of topics, including hands-on installation for decking and railing, best tips and tricks for deck-building practices, and how Deckorators products are manufactured.
Certified Pros are responsible for airfare, lodging, and meals for the apprentice during Training Week. By the time the apprentice arrives for training, he or she must be on the Certified Pro’s payroll. After the apprentice completes the training, Deckorators will post 2,500 points to the Certified Pro’s account — one point equals $1 —to offset or cover the out-of-pocket training costs.
The apprenticeship term runs from June 1 to Aug. 31, 2019. At the end of the apprenticeship term, the Certified Pro may choose to hire the apprentice as a full-time team member.
“In meetings around the country, our Certified Pros have shared their challenges with finding enough good labor,” said Kat Williams, senior business manager for Deckorators. “The Deck Builder Summer Apprenticeship Program was built to align our partners with qualified builders who can make a real impact on their business.”
