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Green Jobs Training Program
Thank you DWEJ for everything you have done. This job is wonderful and has changed my life. I really appreciate it. Everything I learned in the training program I use daily on the job. The basic skills training got me ready for the job, and the physical training got me in shape. My attendance is great and I'm always on time for work. - Grayling Owens, 2008 Graduate
Green Jobs Trainees Blog
In the transition from a pollution-based economy to a green economy, there is a significant need and opportunity for skilled workers trained to address environmental issues.
DWEJ's Green Jobs training program is focused on building a green collar workforce to transform the city's 50,000 brownfields into viable and sustainable communities( or assets for Detroit).
- provide meaningful employment opportunities to underemployed and unemployed individuals primarily in Detroit
- create equality in accessing green jobs and creating green businesses for Detroit residents
- expand opportunties for local businesses in green and brownfield industries through a highly skilled and trained Detroit-based workforce
- transform the lives and communities of Detroit through sustainable, environmentally just and green job practices.
During a state-certified, 12-week training course, program participants receive training for:
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HAZWOPER certification
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Lead Worker certification
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Asbestos Worker certification
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OSHA 10 workplace card
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Confined Space entry
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Mold Remediation
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Phase I/Phase II environmental site assessments
The training course also includes the following Green Tracks:
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Energy Audits/Retrofitting: Energy audits are a process of evaluating a system (such as a building) to
understand its use of energy. Retrofitting is adding new technology or features to an existing building
to make it more energy efficient.
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Computer Aided Design(CAD): CAD is the use of computer technology to aid in the design and especially
the drafting (technical/engineering drawings) of a part or product, including entire buildings
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Deconstruction: Deconstruction is the selective dismantlement of building components, specifically for
reuse, recycling and reducing waste. It is a way of salvaging all of the value in a building that is to be
taken down.
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Geothermal systems: Ground source heat pumps use the natural warmth of the earth to heat and cool
your building.
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Green Landscaping: Green landscaping is a way of designing and maintaining beautiful yards, gardens,
and larger areas to:
* reduce harm to the environment
* save time and $ with lower maintenance
* have healthier places to work and play
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Phase I/Phase II Environmental Site Assessments(intro and sampling methods): Phase I assesses the
potential for environmental contamination and history of a site. Phase II specifically focuses on obtaining
sampling information for contamination.
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Phytoremediation: Phytoremediation uses natural properties of plants in engineered systems to remove
pollutants from soil, water and air.
Because our highest priority is employment, a full-time job developer works to ensure that successful graduates are placed.
For more information, click here or contact us at 313-833-3935
Sign up for the training program here
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