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We offer the following Career Technical Education Programs at MCDC:

Brick Masonry
Business Clerical
Construction Equipment Mechanics
Culinary Arts
Facilities Maintenance
Health Occupations
Heavy Equipment Operator
Pharmacy Technician
Plumbing

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Facilities Maintenance (All photos provided by courtesy of Job Corps center operators under contract to the US Department of Labor)

Two Facilities Maintenance students operating a table saw (All photos provided by courtesy of Job Corps center operators under contract to the US Department of Labor.)What is it?
The Facilities Maintenance skill is structured to prepare you for profitable work as a building maintenance worker. Because of growth in the construction and housing market, there are many positions available for students entering the job market from this skill.

What will I learn?
You will learn employability skills that will enable you to obtain and retain a job in this skill field. You also will receive a basic orientation to building maintenance, and learn carpentry and finishing procedures, basic plumbing and electrical procedures, OSHA Construction safety rules and procedures, grounds keeping and landscaping skills, and other basic skills required in maintaining a building or apartment facility.

What kind of job will I be able to get?
Job titles include construction helper, electrician's helper, plumber's helper, carpentry helper and building and grounds maintenance worker.

How much will I earn?
Wages for Facilities Maintenance workers range from $8 to $13.50 per hour.

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