Building Futures: Communities Invited to Explore Careers in Carpentry This Labor Day

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Labor Day is a time to celebrate and honor American workers and the Central Midwest Carpenters Union (CMRCC), representing over 37,000 professional tradespeople in Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio, hopes to recruit the next generation of workers interested in building the communities they live in.

The CMRCC training centers in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio will host open house events for students and people of all ages interested in exploring exciting careers in carpentry. Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Meet current apprentices, instructors and contractors.
  • Get a personal tour of the training center and participate in hands-on activities.
  • Learn about the diverse career paths available in the skilled trades.

The demand for skilled construction workers in Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio is surging. Large-scale infrastructure projects, commercial developments, and housing needs are creating opportunities for carpenters and opening doors for men and women looking for a career that offers hands-on experience without college debt.

“It’s a great opportunity to discover the benefits of a career in the trades such as job security, competitive wages, and the satisfaction of building and creating projects that last decades,” said Matt McGriff, executive secretary treasurer, Central Midwest Carpenters. “We have state-of-the-art training centers, and our apprentices can receive credits toward their associate’s degree.”

The most recent open house season experienced record-breaking attendance with more than 8,300 high schoolers, community leaders and more touring the 12 training centers in Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio.

Locations and Dates

Indiana

  • Merrillville — 9: 1565 East 70th Court, Merrillville, Indiana 46410
  • Warsaw — 11: 1095 Mariners Drive, Warsaw, Indiana 46582
  • Lafayette — 23: 2953 S. Creasy Lane, Lafayette, Indiana 47905
  • Greenwood — 24: 711 Greenwood Springs Drive, Greenwood, Indiana 46143
  • Newburgh — 25: 5400 Covert Court, Newburgh, Indiana 47630

Ohio

  • Rossford — 2: 9270 Bass Pro Boulevard, Rossford, Ohio 43460
  • Richfield — 9: 4100 Maple Drive, Richfield, Ohio 44286
  • Monroe — 16: 361 Breaden Drive, Monroe, Ohio 45050
  • Columbus — 23: 1899 Arlingate Lane, Columbus, Ohio 43228

Kentucky

  • Grayson — Oct 15 and 16: 574 Carpenters Way, Grayson, Kentucky 41143
  • Louisville — 23: 1245 Durrett Lane, Louisville, Kentucky 40213

Registration

Registration is encouraged but not required. Activities start as early as 9 a.m. and will conclude at 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided.

Register for Indiana and Kentucky events here.

Register for an Ohio event here.