Considering a career in Highway Construction, then consider the DOES/DDOT six week pre-apprenticeship training program.

To qualify, applicants must be able t pass basic math and reading at the 8th grade level, attend mandatory physical fitness training on Saturday, lift and carry 40 lbs, submit to and pass drug screening at orientation and random screenings thereafter.

Training will be held at:

The Transitional Employment Program
DC Department of Employment Services
609 H Street, NE
Washington, DC 20020

Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday (training) 9:00 am – 11:00 am

The six week training program begins October 11, 2010. Selected participants will be paid. Your application must be completed and submitted by September 17, 2010 to be considered.

Applications are available at the following locations:

Franklin Street Career Center
1500 Franklin Street, NE • Washington, DC
Phone: (202) 576-3091 • TTY: (202) 576-8121
Hours: Monday – Friday • 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Competitive selection process.
Questions? Contact (202) 698-5599

Naylor Road Career Center
2626 Naylor Road, SE • Washington, DC
Phone: (202) 645-3413 • TTY: (202) 645-0019
Hours: Monday – Friday • 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Women, minorities and disadvantaged individuals, 18 years and older are strongly encouraged to apply.

Jointly sponsored by:

Government of the District of Columbia
Adrian M. Fenty, Mayor

Department of Employment Services
Joseph P. Walsh, Director

District Department of Transportation
Gabe Klein, Director

The Department of Employment Services/DDOT Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Highway Construction Trades is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Provider and prohibits discrimination in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes, and the DC Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended.