Having passed many certification tests and proctored many others, I have found faults in the tests used to verify a person’s skills. Certification can be a way to prove competency, but only if our certifying tests are held to a higher standard.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that more than one third of all skilled tradesmen are over the age of 50. As these quality tradesmen begin to retire, the task for contractors to find quality employees will continue to get harder.
Fulton Cos. and Synex Controls recently welcomed more than 30 high school students and career-training adults for an onsite visit, as part of a commitment to encouraging and providing opportunities for trade trainees.
The Akron-Canton Chapter of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) recently sponsored the 2012 Regional Skills USA Ohio Challenge on the campus of Stark State College.
WD-40 Co. and Rebuilding Together® have announced the finalists for the 2011 Tradesperson of the Year™. Those selected give back to the community, add value to his or her skilled trade, and reflect the values of Rebuilding Together and the WD-40® brand.
WD-40 Co. and Rebuilding Together® are conducting a national search for the 2011 Tradesperson of the Year™ — someone who gives back to the community, adds value to his or her skilled trade industry, and reflects the values of Rebuilding Together and WD-40 Co.
