Minority contractor secures major government project

Contributed by Ohio Department of Transportation The Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio has announced an innovative apprenticeship readiness program aimed at expanding career opportunities in the building and construction trades. “Building Futures” is designed to equip participants with the essential skills to pursue meaningful careers in the region’s booming construction industry. This groundbreaking 12-week initiative, developed in partnership with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), Cincinnati Building and Construction Trades Council, Hamilton County Office of County Commissioners, AFL-CIO, and TradesFutures, provides a comprehensive curriculum that goes beyond just providing technical skills training. Participants receive training in life skills, financial literacy, and the fundamentals of the skilled trades — arming them with the tools for success. By addressing unique barriers and creating an accessible on-ramp, the program directly bolsters the pipeline of skilled tradespeople for major regional projects like the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project. The Building Futures sessions begin in June 2024 — learn more about this earn-as-you-learn program and apply at https://www.ulgso.org/buildingfutures. Minority contractor Jostin Construction has been hired to build out the space in Longworth Hall Jostin Construction has been hired to build out the space in Longworth Hall that will be occupied by Walsh Kokosing Joint...