Date/Time
Date(s) - 04/02/2025
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Category(ies)

• Construction

NYCHA REES is recruiting Bronx residents of public housing and Section 8 tenants for 8-week construction training.

This Bronx borough-based training prepares NYCHA residents to enter the skilled trades and enter the construction industry. Trainees receive the industry recognized certifications and hands-on instruction to work in trades such as laborer, carpentry, and painting. Graduates receive job placement assistance for up to one year and are referred to employment opportunities with NYCHA contractors and apprenticeship opportunities with union partners.

Date- 4/02/25

Time- 1100am-1:00pm

Location- ZOOM

THIS IN-PERSON OPPORTUNITY INCLUDES:

• Industry certifications such as OSHA 30 and Site Safety Training (SST)
• Full-time skills instruction with experienced workforce trainers
• Upon completion, referrals to employment and union apprenticeships

MINIMUM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be an authorized NYCHA public housing resident or Section 8 tenant.
2. Live in the Bronx.
3. Obtain a qualifying score on the Reading and Math Assessment.
4. 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma/GED.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Follow these steps to register for this event in the NYCHA self-service portal – https://selfserve.nycha.info/

1. Register for online access & log-in to self-service portal https://selfserve.nycha.info/which will allow you to manage your own events.
2. Once you are logged in, Click “Manage Your Account.”
3. Click “Opportunity Connect” on the bottom left side.
4. Click “Upcoming Events” on the left side.
5. Select “Query.”
6. Go to the “Event Name” column
7. Type exactly as shown here (case sensitive): REES/Hostos Bronx Construction 4/2/2025
8. Press Enter.
9. Click “View Details.“
10. Click “RSVP.“
11. Check your email for confirmation once you RSVP. Check “My Events” to see all of your scheduled events.

You can also call the REES Hotline at 718-289-8100 during standard business hours to register for the event.