WIT Carpentry - FREE, Hands-On Introductory Training

Schedule

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 am to Fri, 27 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

619 S Knik Goose Bay Rd, Wasilla, AK 99654-8075, United States | Wasilla, AK

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📍 Mat-Su
*Women in the Trades trainings are designed specifically for women interested in a non-traditional career in the trades.
This FREE, hands-on introductory training covers essential introductory skills in Carpentry.
Key Training Topics Include:
-Carpentry & Trades Math Basics: Learn accurate measuring skills and apply math concepts through hands-on projects.
-Tool Use & Safety: Practice using hand tools and power tools safely, including hammers, saws, and circular saws.
-Hands-On Drywall Project: Cut drywall to fit wood shapes, building precision and confidence.
-Saw Skills & Wood Projects: Use a worm drive circular saw to cut angles and build a footstool.
-Build Stairs with Math: Apply math skills in a real-world project—constructing wood stairs to a platform.
-Jobsite Expectations & Safety: Learn what’s expected on a construction site, from safety to work ethic.
📝 Apply online at www.alaskaworks.org or follow the ticket link.
This training opportunity is designed to:
• Provide participants with an experiential understanding of a career in the construction trades, and
• Enhance participants' abilities to gain employment in the construction industry.
⚠️ Important Details:
• Space is limited – apply early!
• Participants must be available all five days of training.
• Applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview if space is still available in the training(s) they applied to.
• All applicants must participate in the interview process to be considered for final placement in the training.
Mat-Su Training Center
📍 619 S. Knik Goose Bay Rd., Unit E
📞 (907) 376-4704
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