Apprenticeship Program
Congratulations to this Years Apprenticeship Members as well as 2 Graduating Members!
About the Apprenticeship Program
The NRWA Apprenticeship Program has provided the guidelines to states that lays a firm foundation for the apprentices to thrive upon completion. With little to no-cost, apprentices will attend an approximate 2-year training program through a State Association. From classroom instruction and on-the-job training, you are provided the tools necessary to be a successful operation specialist in your community. During your apprenticeship, you will earn-while-you-learn with knowledgeable, passionate people who strive to deliver clean drinking water to their community and treat wastewater before returning it to the environment. This program starts as a job and emerges as a solid and secure career as either a water operations specialist or wastewater operations specialist.
Apprentice Requirements
Must be employed by a Montana water or wastewater system
Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or GED required
Commitment to completing 4,000 hours of on-the-job training
Completion of 288 hours of related technical instruction (online and in-person coursework)
Must work under a qualified mentor
Agree to follow all program policies and reporting procedures
Benefits for Employers
- Build a skilled, reliable workforce through structured training
- Improve retention by investing in employee development
- Strengthen succession planning for future operator vacancies
- Increase employee productivity and confidence with hands-on mentoring
For information on the Apprenticeship Program please contact Cody Marez at cmarez@mrws.org or call 406-454-1151
Non-Discrimination Statement
MRWA Apprenticeship Program will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. The sponsor will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30