Learn Maintenance and Repair Basics: Hands-on training for building trades careers
This comprehensive 160‑hour program offered through Tessera is designed to give you foundational, hands‑on skills across core building trades: basic carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing. This training prepares you for general maintenance roles, OSHA credentials, and further opportunities.
All applicants must pass a background check to be considered for enrollment. Because this program is fully inclusive and serves individuals who may be considered vulnerable, we are required to follow the DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. Candidates who meet these requirements will be eligible to move forward to attend an instructor-led screening. Final acceptance into the program requires instructor approval. Applicants will be contacted after applying to complete a Washington State Patrol Background Check Authorization form.
About this class:
- Application is open to all, ages 18 and over
- Applicants with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply
- ASL interpretation or CART services will be provided for Deaf and Hard of Hearing participants. Please let staff know after joining waitlist if you require ASL or CART services
- Students must pass a background check based on DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions
- Students must be able to make decisions independently
- Students must be able to safely perform fine and gross motor tasks
- Classes are small and hands-on, with 2 instructors guiding 20 adult students
- Tessera will pay students a stipend of $18.75 per hour
- Learn to use power saws, drills, and nail guns
- Classes will be held at West Sound Technical Skill Center
- Work with a team of people on maintaining and repairing facilities equipment
Contact & Questions
- Applicants will be contacted primarily via email.
- All questions about the screening process, course details, and stipends should be directed to TechTrades@tessera.org
- Questions on the online application process should be directed to continuingeducation@olympic.edu, 360-475-7142.
- This course listing is posted in partnership with Tessera (formerly Skookum).
