Transform your maintenance workforce through registered apprenticeship

To support the workforce needs of our industry, the AHLA Foundation is expanding its apprenticeship program to include a newly created maintenance track, which is approved by the Department of Labor.

Apprenticeship programs offer an effective way to attract new and diverse talent to the industry, move existing staff up the career ladder, and help ensure retention within your company. The maintenance track adds to AHLAF’s successful lodging manager and culinary programs.

Who Qualifies

Maintenance employee apprentices are selected from existing staff. They do not need any specific length of experience or expertise in building repairs to enroll. This program is ideal for individuals who will benefit from a structured training program, having a mentor on the job to support their learning, and for whom professional development will provide an accelerated pathway to career advancement.

How It Works

• Combination of on-the-job learning and selfstudy, resulting in a robust competency-based program

• Apprentices learn not just the fundamentals of being a maintenance worker, but also the essence of hospitality. They receive an industry-recognized certification upon completion.

• Typically takes around one year to complete

• Fully funded by a grant from the Department of Labor

Experience The Benefits

• Highly skilled employees

• Reduced turnover

• Higher productivity

• Scholarships for apprentices

Interested in Getting Involved?

Visit the AHLA Foundation website for more information on all three apprenticeship programs or contact Carrie Alexander at calexander@ahla.com.