The Environmental Job Training Program provides FREE, 4-week training for Delaware residents, preparing them for careers that promote sustainability and reduce environmental contamination. Participants can earn up to 12 professional certifications in areas such as:
- OSHA 10 (General Construction Safety)
- OSHA 40 – HAZWOPER (Hazardous Materials Technician)
- OSHA Confined Space Entry (CSE)
- Aerial Lift and Mobile Scaffolding Basics
- Mold Remediation/Water Intrusion Worker
- Lead RRP (Renovation, Repair, and Painting)
- Forklift Operator
- Asbestos Worker
- Lock Out/Tag Out
- Soil Sampling
- Blood Borne Pathogens
- Storm Water Management
- Watershed Management
- Respirator Fit Testing
As part of the program, participants complete a hands-on capstone project to apply what they’ve learned in a real-world setting. Upon completion of the training, our staff provide job placement support to help participants secure employment with construction or environmental remediation companies.
Qualifications
In order to qualify for enrollment, participants must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Be unemployed or underemployed
- Be physically fit to do the work (able to lift 50 lbs., work in extreme heat/cold, etc.)
- Successfully pass a background check on the sex offender registry
- Have a high school diploma or GED or at least a 10th grade level in math and reading.
Interested in applying?
Join our EPA Program today!