An information and registration session for an upcoming job training program will be held from 1:303:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23 at West Virginia Universitys Safety and Extension office (130 Tower Lane, Westover).
During the session, potential enrollees will learn about Env Jobs for WV!, a free job training program that will be held in Morgantown in March and early April. Day and evening classes will be available for individuals interested in careers in environmental cleanup.
The program is targeting adults interested in starting a career in environmental remediation. Underemployed individuals interested in career advancement and workers transitioning from jobs in the declining industrial sector are encouraged to register.
Env Jobs for WV! will offer federally recognized certifications to trainees who complete the first series of courses, which will include:
- Hazardous Waste Site Worker�€40 Hours
- * OSHA Construction�€10 Hours
- *OSHA 7600 Disaster Site Worker
- *Environmental Career Development
- Environmental Site Assessment / Underground Storage Tanks / Petroleum -Contamination
- Gas Well Leak Control Training
The free training is offered through a project sponsored by the WVU Northern WV Brownfields Assistance Center and WVU Safety and Health Extension. It is funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Priority registrations are being accepted through Friday, Feb. 16.
Individuals who are interested in learning more about the training program or receiving a registration form should contact Alyse Schrecongost, WVU NWV Brownfields Assistance Center, 304-293-2867, ext. 5418, or 304-685-8549. Registration forms may also be obtained atwww.wvbrownfields.org.
