WORKFORCE PROGRAM
Dallas BUILDS
Building Up Individuals for Local Demands
Trained here. Hired here. Building here.
A unified workforce pipeline connecting residents to quality commercial construction careers and providing contractors with the skilled, job-ready talent needed to build the city’s future.
Evening & Hybrid Classes · Bilingual Courses · Customized Training for Employers · 10 Dallas College Centers
Launch Day in Photos
City and Dallas College leaders, community partners, contractors and residents came together to launch Dallas BUILDS, a new pathway into construction careers on the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas expansion. Take a look at the day.
From Training to Career
Support at every stage -from first outreach to your first 90 days on the job .
Recruit
Residents reached through community partners.
Train
Hands-on, industry- based curriculum.
Certify
Nationally recognized industry credentials.
Employment
Job placement support with local contractors.
Retain
90 days of dedicated case management.
Construction Training Pipeline
1
Foundations
Basic Construction Trades
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NCCER Core Curriculum
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OSHA 10 & 30 Safety Courses
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Career Exploration & Readiness
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Construction Math & Blueprint Reading
2
Trade Exploration
NCCER Level 1, Hands-On Lab Training
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Electrical
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Plumbing
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Welding (AWS)
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HVAC
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Masonry & Roofing
3
Upskilling
For Incumbent Workers & Alumni
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NCCER Level II + Advanced Trade Certification (incl. Low Voltage)
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Procore, AutoCAD, BIM & VDC
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Leadership Communication (CCM, PMP)
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FleetForce Truck Driver Training
Industry Credentials Earned
Nationally Recognized
Construction Fundamentals
NCCER Core Certification + OSHA 10 & 30
Electrical
Level 1
NCCER + TDLR Apprentice Registration
HVAC
Level 1
NCCER + EPA Section 608
Plumbing
Level 1
NCCER Level 1 Certification
Welding
American Welding Society (AWS)
Masonry & Roofing
NCCER Level 1 Certification
