Many characteristics today associated with registered apprenticeships — progressive wage increases, mentorship and safety standards — are not part of the 1937 law; they have instead been included in subsequent U.S. Department of Labor regulations. These provisions and more would be codified into the new federal law, as well as expanding apprenticeship programs through authorization of $400-$800 million in new grant funding.

Industry experts share a concern about the demographics for manufacturing, distribution and skilled trades jobs.

On Sept. 4, Carhartt unveiled a larger-than-life installation of 1,670 hard hats to represent 1.67 million job openings across construction, manufacturing, mining, logging, transportation, trade and utilities.

The virtual internship program will leverage Oatey’s state-of-the-art workplace collaboration technology to keep interns connected with their teams, projects and fellow interns while they work from home.

PHCC has committed to train 75,000 people through its plumbing and HVAC apprenticeship programs, placing in the top 10% of private sector organizations, including top-name Fortune 500 companies, that have made this commitment.

The MCAA Student Chapter Competition drew a record 33 submissions this year.

The mikeroweWORKS Foundation anticipates accepting applications for the 2020 program in January.

I’ve traveled quite a bit during my five-plus years with BNP Media — first covering the HVAC industry, and now plumbing.

On Tuesday, August 27, American Standard, part of LIXIL Americas, will host a group of industrious female campers (girls ranging 6-16 in age) from Tools & Tiaras, an organization dedicated to advancing the interest of young girls and women who want to pursue careers in traditionally male-dominated trade professions.

The student recipients will receive a $3,500 award and up to six awards will be granted.