Dream It Do It Nevada is currently seeking qualified applicants for a fast-track training program for CNC Operators.  The Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR), Western Nevada College (WNC), and Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) have partnered to offer this Right Skills Now program to meet the immediate need for CNC Operators among northern Nevada manufacturers.

 Participants will engage in an intensive 16 week training program where they will receive the critical knowledge and hands-on experience for entry-level employment with local manufacturers.  This “for-credit” program will also include 8 weeks of job training through an internship with local manufacturers.  At the conclusion of the Right Skills Now program, individuals will have earned the National Career Readiness Certificate, four certificates from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, college credit from either Western Nevada College or Truckee Meadows Community College, and work experience with a local manufacturer who has a current demand for skilled CNC Operators.

 WHO:  All unemployed or underemployed Nevadans with an interest in pursuing a career in manufacturing.  20 students will be selected for the WNC program and 20 more will be selected for the TMCC program.  All participant costs will be covered by DETR.

WHAT:  Training in the skills required for entry-level employment as a CNC Operator and the opportunity to prove those skills to local manufacturers.  Computer Numerical Control Machine Operators set up and tend to computerized machine tools.  These machines are programmed to cut and shape parts made of metal or plastic.  The median wage for CNC Operators in Nevada is currently just over $18.00 per hour.

WHEN:  Right Skills Now will begin first at WNC on February 27, 2012.  This program will take place from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, for sixteen weeks.  TMCC will follow with a Right Skills Now program of its own in May, 2012.  Class times are to be determined in coming weeks.  Paid internships will begin after the first eight weeks of classroom and laboratory training.

WHERE:  WNC – Carson City and TMCC – Edison Way Campus

WHY:  To develop a skilled workforce that will meet employer demands for CNC Operators, making companies more profitable and more competitive.

HOW:  Successful applicants must complete each of the following prior to the program start:

1. Submit their resume to Jonathan Begley of the Dream It Do It Nevada Leadership Team at jbegley@dreamitdoitnevada.com
2. Take the National Career Readiness Certificate assessments at TMCC
3. Phone and in-person interviews with participating employers, instructors, and a representative of Dream It Do It Nevada
4. All applicants must submit to a drug screen.