Field Apprenticeship Program
Central Group
OUR GOAL
TO ESTABLISH A NEW PIPELINE OF QUALITY BUILDERS BY PROVIDING A STRUCTURED PATHWAY FOR GROWTH TOWARDS FIELD LEADERSHIP POSITIONS.
TARGET GROUPS
Current Students
A. High School Students
Minimum age 17 years
Enrolled in construction or related study program through school
Previous employment in construction or related field
B. 2-Year College Students
Enrolled in construction or related degree path
Recent Graduates
A. High School Graduates
B. Associate’s Degree holder from 2-year college
Current student considering program Entry/trial position (year 0)
Legacy parttime/temporary
HS graduate in program (years 1 and 2) Compensation incentives based on completion of Industrial Carpentry class
HS graduate in program (year 3 and 4)
2-year graduate entry position (year 1)
Journeyman Apprentice
HS graduate in program (year 5)
2-year graduate in program (year 2)
Career Path Specialization
Foreman
Field engineer
Tradesman
Operator
Pipefitter
Welder
Etc. Potential shift into management role in future
P r o g r a m P a t h
**Hourly rates may vary depending on location
BENEFITS & PERKS
HR/Benefits
Same as field hourly employee:
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
401K with matching Eligible for PTO Benefits at a Glance
Devices - Issued as required by jobsite role or attended trainings. Software & Applications Company Email Provided SuccessFactors
Consenting employees can be contacted & notified of significant information on their registered cellular device.
JSA ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Field Apprenticeship Program is separate from the B&G Student Program (co-ops/interns). All participants fall into the field hourly/craft employment category.
Student Program
Co-op Intern
Post-Grad Interns
Field Apprentice Program
Field Apprentice Intern
Field Apprentice I
Field Apprentice II Journeyman Apprentice
For ALL Field Apprenticeship Program Participants:
Living Allowance (as needed) - handled by JSA/JSAC
Transfers/Terminations - handled by JSA/JSAC
Time Entry - handled by JSA/JSAC
Holiday Pay - same policy as hourly craft
Eligible for PTO
GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
Leadership Advisory
ERGS, RGS, Field Ops. Support, L&D/Field Training, HR (Recruiter)
Governance Committee
Corey Collier
William Pitts
Michael Ortigoza
Hannah Sharp
Cartter Frierson
Howard Davis
Ryan McCord
Brandon Speegle
Joey Grimsley
Keith Underwood
Bryan Lourcey
Patrick Murphy
Stanton Lauderdale
Local Steering Committees
1) Birmingham - Daniel Cleckley, Joey Grimsley, Keith Underwood, Frank Sisson, Bryan Lourcey
2) Nashville - Wes Hamilton, Patrick Murphy, Brandon Scott, Eric Gerber, Jake Spencer, Mack Wheeler
3) Dallas - Chace Larson, Stanton Lauderdale, Matt Vinson, Ethan Gebhart
RESPONSIBILITIES OF GOVERNANCE GROUP
1) Establish goals & expectations for program & communicate both to project teams
2) Identify, evaluate, and select participants for program
3) Develop new & audit existing development & training needs
4) Track, review, & mentor individuals in program and program as a whole
5) Adapt and/or modify to reflect changes in company needs
Continually monitor current & upcoming labor demands to establish target numbers for program
Identify positional or skillset gaps in current work population as relates to Brasfield & Gorrie self-perform efforts & divisional growth
6) Propose replacement committee member when ready to move on from group
7) Train your replacement mentality
RESPONSIBILITIES OF ON-SITE SUPERVISORS
1) Introduce new/young field employees to construction site & ensure they understand jobsite safety protocols
2) Monitor the apprentices’ growth & development through skillset & competency evaluation
3) Ensure apprentice is enrolled in all necessary trainings & financial support apprentice’s participation in said trainings (travel, etc.)
4) Communicate any project-level issues with program or individuals in it to advisory board
5) Assist with evaluation & compensation considerations, as well as inform advisory board of any changes in employment status
Please forward any proposed changes to William Pitts (wpitts@brasfieldgorrie.com)
E S T A B L I S H M E N T O F P I P E L I N E
RECRUITING
Source Program Identification & Selection
A. High schools that offer construction or related study program
B. 2-year colleges that offer construction or related study program
C. Current B&G employees (identified as a candidate by supervisor)
Events
1) Identify & attend on-campus recruiting/career events
Career/job fairs
Employer in the foyers
Interview days
2) Propose & coordinate source relationship events
Demo day
Class presentations
Faculty luncheons
Jobsite visits
Program Candidate Identification & Selection
A. Individual is from qualifying source
B. Individual expresses interest in construction field career
C. Individual posses physical strength & stamina required to perform work duties
Interviews
1) Field recruiter to perform initial screening interview to identify legitimate candidates (in-person or phone)
2)Interview with member(s) of local steering committee
3) In-person interview with general superintendent and/or project lead superintendent - hiring decision made
PLACEMENT & PLANNING
Identify Jobs Able to Support Field Apprentice
1) GS or Superintendent identifies a need and/or opportunity
2) Have the financial means to accommodate employee
3) Satisfactory field management presence to foster productive learning environment
4) Work type supports self-perform activities
Organize & Communicate
1) Notify project team of incoming apprentice
2) Explain purpose & expectations of program to team
3) Track statuses on incoming & outgoing students
4) Assist with reviews & program evaluation
ONBOARDING
Basic Brasfield & Gorrie Onboarding Procedures
1) Notify project team of incoming apprentice
2) Explain purpose & expectations of program to team
3) Track statuses on incoming & outgoing students
4) Assist with reviews & program evaluation
DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
Journeyman
Apprentice (19 days)
Supervision 100 or Advanced Construction Layout
NCCER Signal Person Certification
NCCER Basic Rigger Certification
Equipment - Forklift/Skidsteer/Backhoe
SHEMS - Cranes/Excavations/Traffic
Flagging/Scaffolding
OSHA 30
Personal Development
Introduction to Construction Layout
Procore Training
Career Path Specialization
Foreman Field Engineer Carpenter Operator
Pipefitter
Review & Evaluation
TEAM BUILDING & ONBOARDING
Signing Day
An event hosted at Brasfield & Gorrie welcoming new apprentices into program & company. Families & significant others invited, too.
Orientation
New employee introduced to Brasfield & Gorrie
Basic conditions of employment explained
Company connectivity & IT setup
OSHA 10/CPR/MEWP Certifications
Cultivate
Corporate welcome to B&G family
Team Building Outings
Organized yearly activity (entertainment)
Example: Top Golf, Baron’s game, etc.
Organized community service event (philanthropy
Example: Habitat for Humanity
Graduation & Milestone Celebrations
Organized events commemorating the completion of a development phase
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Who do I call if I have a candidate?
Contact Hannah Sharp with a 2-year candidate and Michael Ortigoza with a high school candidate.
I know a school that might be a resource. How do I get started?
Contact Hannah Sharp (2-Year Candidates) or Michael Ortigoza (High School Candidates) for planning of recruiting events and school outreach.
Who schedules the training needed?
Scheduled trainings need to be coordinated by the apprentice and his/her supervisor.
What tools & safety equipment does the company provide?
Brasfield & Gorrie will provide employee with basic PPE. Tools can be provided by job based on work being performed. Full-time apprentices will receive tool & equipment start-up bundle at signing day.
Is there an age minimum or maximum?
There is no official age bracket, but the typical participant will fall somewhere between age 18 and 25.
Are existing employees eligible for participation in program?
Potentially; at the discretion of the leadership advisory board.
What roles & responsibilities do apprentices hold on a jobsite?
Field apprentice responsibilities will mirror those of typical field labor. Including but not limited to basic carpentry, concrete work, wrecking, earth work, rebar/steel, limited equipment operation, and basic cleanup duties. Additionally, all apprentices are expected to abide by Brasfield & Gorrie’s safety policies.
Who do I reach out to if I have questions?
If you have any other questions about the field apprentice program, please contact William Pitts.
KEY TERMS DEFINED
AS RELATED TO THE FIELD APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
APPRENTICE
new full-time hourly employee hired into development program
Field Apprentice 1 -- new hourly employee (recent high school grad) 1. Field Apprentice 2 2. New hourly employee (2-year graduate) a. Promoted Field Apprentice 1 (year 2 & 3 of program) b. Trade Journeyman - promoted Field Apprentice 2 (year 4 of Program) 3.
APPRENTICE INTERN
part-time or temporary hourly employee considering future in field apprentice program
CRAFT
hourly field employees (tradesmen) tasked with construction labor responsibilities
Laborer - miscellaneous tasks 1. Carpenter - basic carpentry & concrete formwork 2. Pipefitter - assist in placement & tie in of pipe 3. Heavy Equipment Operator 4. Concrete Finisher 5. Crane Operator 6. Welder7.
FIELD MANAGEMENT
salaried employee responsible for overseeing schedule, production, safety, & subcontracted components of a job Assistant Field Manager 1. Assistant Superintendent 2. Superintendent3. Senior Superintendent 4.
FIELD SUPERVISION
hourly field employees charged with directing the activities of one or more craft employees
Crew Lead (i.e. lead carpenter)
Foreman (Trade, Labor, General) 2. Field Engineer Robotic 3.
IN-PERSON CLASS
learning opportunity hosted at a B&G training facility or on a jobsite when possible (physical attendance is required to recieve credit for completion of training
SELF-PERFORM
refers to the practice where B&G uses its own workforce to perform various tasks and activities directly on construction projects. This allows the company to maintain higher quality and better control over schedules and costs. It includes activities like concrete work, carpentry, and other trades.
VIRTUAL/SELF-PACED LESSON
learning opportunity delivered & tracked through success factors or other LMS backbone (access via computer & B&G company login or similar mechanism
