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Construction Trades Program—Buffalo Public Schools

Construction training, apprenticeships, and entry-level construction jobs in Buffalo

If you are trying to get into construction in Buffalo, there are several possible paths:

  • a construction trades program,
  • a union apprenticeship,
  • a non-union apprenticeship,
  • or an entry-level construction job where you learn while getting paid.

Common ways to get into construction in Buffalo

Some people start with a training program. Others apply directly for helper positions, laborer roles, or entry-level construction jobs. Union and non-union apprenticeships can also be a path, depending on the trade, timing, and requirements.

The right path depends on your experience, reliability, transportation, comfort with tools, and whether you need to earn money immediately while you learn.

You can also view current entry-level construction jobs in Buffalo through Construction Personnel Group.

Important:

This page started as information about the Buffalo Public Schools construction trades program. We still include that information below, but we also want to help job seekers understand the bigger picture before they spend money, apply to a program, or assume school is the only way into the trades.

Construction Personnel Group does not run the Buffalo Public Schools construction trades program. Program details can change, so contact the school directly to confirm dates, pricing, eligibility, and enrollment requirements.

Buffalo Public Schools Construction Trades

Program Enrollment Information

Course Outline

  • OSHA-10 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY CERTIFICATION
  • HVAC – Experiment with conduction, convection, and radiation. This section also covers identifying air conditioning components
  • ELECTRICAL – Perform outlet, switch, light, and breaker installations
  • PLUMBING – Perform installations for pipe, sink, waste, drain, and vent components
  • DRYWALL – Install, tape, plaster a drywall application
  • MASONRY – Construct brick and block masonry wall sections
  • WALL FRAMING – Frame a wall with window and door cutouts
  • PAINTING – Prime, paint, and stain a variety of casing, wall, and trim components
  • CONCRETE – Prepare, form, reinforce, pour, and finish a concrete slab and curb
  • FINISH CARPENTRY – Install windows, a pre-hung door, door casing, baseboard, and crown molding
  • HAND & POWER TOOLS – Safe use of hand tools, power tools, and equipment

Tools, safety materials, and supplies will be provided for this course.

Students will be expected to attend class wearing proper work attire.

Building Skills Classes

THIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR:

  • Job seekers who would like to work in the construction industry, but don’t know which area to specialize in.
  • Maintenance workers who want to improve current skills and learn new ones.

SUCCESSFUL CONSTRUCTION CRAFTSMEN ARE PEOPLE WHO:

  • Prefer detailed, hands-on work.
  • Are observant problem solvers.
  • Feel comfortable developing and implementing creative solutions.

YOUR WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT:

  • Outdoors, exposed to the weather
  • Performing general physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, moving building materials, ect.
  • Repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment

YOUR FUTURE:

Construction workers earn an average of $20,000- $47,000+ a year. Most construction jobs also include benefits such as health coverage and retirement plans.

Other workforce employment training opportunities

BPS adult education division provides many other courses for individuals interested in construction oriented training:

  • img_3054AutoCAD & Blueprint reading
  • Carpentry
  • Hands-On Home Improvement
  • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
  • Home Inspector
  • OSHA 30 – Construction
  • OSHA 30 – General Industry
  • Residential Electric – Employment training
  • Residential Electric – Basic
  • Welding – Recreational
  • Welding – Employment Training

For a full listing of course schedules and descriptions please visit https://www.upskill.org/

Call 888-7088 ext. 111/100 to speak directly with a vocational course representative

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