NYRWA Accepting Applications for our Apprenticeship Program

The New York Rural Water Association (NYRWA) is accepting applications for the upcoming Water & Wastewater Registered Apprenticeship Program starting this Fall. All in-person classes will be conducted at W2 Operator Training Group Facility in Cortland, NY.

• Cost: Tuition is free. Participants need to purchase books & materials.
• Training: 288 hours of formal classroom instruction (in-person and online) over 2 years.
• Plant Tours: Includes visits to different Water/Wastewater Plants.
• Certification Preparation: Tailored training to prepare apprentices for their certification exams.
  
  Apprentice Eligibility
  
• Must be currently employed by a Water/Wastewater utility.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to attend monthly Related Training Instruction (RTI) classes in Cortland.
  
  Employer Responsibilities
  
• Provide a one-on-one mentor who is currently employed as a Water/Wastewater Operator to supervise and sign-off on On-the-Job Training (OJT) hours.
• Ensure a safe working environment.
• Pay wages as specified in the New York Department of Labor (NYDOL) agreement.
• Comply with NYDOL terms and conditions.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS DECEMBER 1, 2025

This program is an excellent opportunity for current and aspiring Water/Wastewater utility employees to enhance their skills and advance their careers.

If you're curious to learn more, please contact: 
Carrie Bolton / Apprenticeship Coordinator
bolton@nyruralwater.org