Recruitment Opens September 19-23Men and women on Oahu interested in a career as a carpenter or drywall installer should mark their calendars for September 19-23, when the Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund accepts applications for the next class of apprentices.

Applications will be accepted—in person only—during those five days, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the Hawaii Carpenters & Drywall Training Fund Center, 2040 Lauwiliwili Street, in Kapolei (makai of Costco).

Applicants must meet these minimum qualifications:

be at least 17 years old•carpenter applicants •must be able to lift 75 poundsdrywall applicants must •be able to lift 100 poundsbe able to perform the •essential duties of the tradepass a basic math test •and interviewcomplete a 24-hour •pre-selection screening (administered over three days)

The math test and interview will be conducted at the time of application.

Applicants should bring with them:a photocopy of their high school •diploma or equivalent, or any reference letters from prior experience in the tradea photocopy of a legal picture ID•one legal-sized (4-1/8” x 9-1/2”), self-•addressed, stamped envelope

The application period is for Oahu residents only. Dates for Neighbor Island recruits will be announced at a later date.

Inquiries should be directed to: <hcatfhelpdesk@hicarpenterstraining.com>. Information on the program can be found at: <hicarpenterstraining.com>.

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News from the Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund • Vol. 1, No. 2 • June 2016

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UH Deadlines Coming UpThe deadline to register for the 2016 fall semester at Honolulu Community College is fast approaching: saturday, August 6.

Apprentices may register at the Cashier’s office at HCC’s Building 6, 1st floor.

office hours are monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except state and federal holidays. The school will have extended hours on the last day for registration, 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Apprentices who will have classes on the campus may also purchase parking permits at the same time for $7. They will need to present a valid Hawaii driver’s license. Classes held at the training center in Kapolei or other designated training centers do not require a parking permit.

registration for continuing apprentices began on April 6 and for newly indentured apprentices on May 16.

Apprentices are personally responsible for registering for classes and paying tuition and fees. No reminders will be sent by the Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund or employers.

Textbooks will be available for purchase beginning Monday, August 1, at the Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund office, 1311 Houghtailing Street, room 201, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Textbooks must be purchased by Friday, August 12.

Late registration and tuition payments will be accepted on Saturday, August 13, 8:00 to 11:30 a.m., at the Cashier’s office. The late fee is $10. Students/apprentices will be dropped for non-payment after this date.

Failure to register and/or purchase textbooks will result in cancellation from the program.

Congratulations, Journeymen! shown above are some of the 125 men and women from across the state who were recognized for completion of their 8,000 hours of school and on-the-job training and new status as full-fledged journeymen. See story on page 2.

125 Apprentices Join Journeyman RanksOne hundred two apprentice carpenters and 23 drywall apprentices—125 men and women across the state—have been recognized for the completion of their 8,000 hours of school and on-the-job training and new status as full-fledged journeymen.

The Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund held a recognition ceremony on May 21 at the Hawaii Carpenters Training Center in Kapolei to mark the occasion.

The event was emceed by gina mangieri of KHon news. Among the speakers were edmund Aczon, executive director of the fund; ron Taketa, executive secretary-treasurer of the Hawaii regional Council of Carpenters; Conrad murashige, who represented the management trustees of the apprenticeship fund; linda Chu Takayama, director of the Department of Labor and Industrial relations; and erika lacro, chancellor of Honolulu Community College.

edmund Aczon said, “This is a terrific moment for all the men and women who labored long and hard, over several years, to reach this milestone in their lives. The many hours they spent in the classroom, working under the watchful eye of experienced journeymen, and studying to complete their apprenticeships have finally been rewarded with their designation as journeymen. I know they’re happy, and so are their family members and loved ones.

“The next step for them is to do well in their careers, and then to someday pass along their knowledge and skills to the next group of apprentices.

“on behalf of everyone involved with the Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund, I wish them the very best.”

women have made great strides in the construction industry. Many have learned their trades through the Hawaii

Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund program and gone on to enjoy fulfilling careers as journeymen.

Mereane Hamatake is just such a tradesperson, and is now employed by First Pacific Builders as a drywall installer. Before that, she worked for several contractors, including Creative Partition Systems, Sinclair, Coastal Construction, and group Builders.

Her experience and knowledge brought her to the attention of the Training Fund, and she accepted an invitation to serve as an instructor. Hamatake has taught metal framing, drywall installation, and acoustical ceilings, all of it strenuous work that she

teaches with the efficiency and professionalism that have been characteristic of her career.

executive Director edmund Aczon said of Hamatake, “Her sincerity and ability to communicate with the apprentices make her an ideal instructor. I hope that our current class of drywall installers learns not only the skills she’s sharing with them but are inspired by her attitude toward work and her willingness to pass on her knowledge to future generations.”

Hamatake is currently instructing a course on drywall fundamentals. She has also been trained to teach first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation and will be attending courses on occupational safety and health to add that subject to her teaching resume.

Adds Aczon, “Her dedication to the job and attention to detail are why the Carpenters Apprenticeship Fund appreciates her so much.”

hamatake shares her industry insights

left, below, and next page: New journeymen and their families at the recognition ceremony held May 21 in Kapolei.

New Journeymen Join the Ranks