Building Careers
In partnership with Flatiron Dragados Sukut Joint Venture (FDS JV) and the Colorado Contractors Association (CCA), Aurora Water is investing in local communities by creating pathways to careers in heavy civil construction. Through no-cost training, stipends, and employer connections, we are building a stronger workforce for Colorado’s future.
Heavy Civil Pre-Apprenticeship Program
The Heavy Civil Pre-Apprenticeship Program offers no-cost construction training for high school students, adults, and anyone looking for a new career path. After completing the six-course program, participants become eligible to attend a hiring fair and connect with CCA member contractors to explore internships, apprenticeships, employment opportunities, and pathways to long-term careers in heavy civil construction.
Program Incentives
Participants can earn stipends for completed courses.
- $145 for Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) 10-hour Construction
- $75 for first aid/CPR/AED certification
- $60 each for flagger certification and Fundamentals of Slings and Rigging Equipment
- $20 for completing both Work Zone Traffic Control and Stormwater Management
Benefits of completing this program include:
- Certificate of completion for the Heavy Civil Pre-Apprenticeship Program
- Industry certifications that employers value
- Opportunities to attend hiring fairs so that you can directly connect with top employers in the heavy civil construction industry
Program Leadership and Contact
For questions and to register for the program, please email Bryan Cook, Director of Workforce Development for CCA, at bcook@ccainfo.org.
For any questions related to the proposed Wild Horse Reservoir Project, please email WildHorseReservoir@auroragov.org.
Workforce opportunities and job training offered in coordination with Colorado Contractors Association.
For questions and to register for the program, please email Bryan Cook, Director of Workforce Development for CCA, at bcook@ccainfo.org.
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