TODAY I BECAME WORKFORCE READY FOR THE MARINE INDUSTRY
MARINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PRE-APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Starting in May of 2022 • Tuition Free
South Florida’s Marine Industry is booming and needs qualified employees! Junior Achievement’s 80-hour Marine Pre-Apprenticeship Program aims to train participants to enter and succeed in the industry by providing work-based learning.
BECOME CERTIFIED IN SAFETY, MARINE MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Program Curriculum Overview
- Mercury Marine Technician
- Essential Knowledge Courses
- Certification in OSHA 10, Forklift, Boating Safety, CPR/First Aid & M-Tek
- Dealership Paperwork & Customer Service
Program Qualifications
- Must be between the ages of 16-24
- Must be a Broward County resident
- Must have reliable transportation
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Summer Program (May 12-June 30) for Ages 16-24
- Tuition Free!
- Hands-on, Innovative Program for up to 25 Students
- Curriculum taught by JA and Industry Professionals at JA World
- Job Shadow Opportunities with Leading Marine Companies
- Earn Marine Certifications and up to $400 in Incentives Upon Program Completion
IT’S TIME TO INVEST IN “MIDDLE-SKILL” JOBS & EDUCATION
50% of America’s jobs require more than a high school diploma…
But, less than a four-year degree (i.e., middle-skill workers).
The demand for middle-skilled workers remains high, yet the lack of a properly trained workforce is hindering the ability of U.S. businesses to compete globally. Exposing high school students to various career pathways allow students to make informed decisions, while opening new doors of opportunity.
MARINE DEALERSHIP SKILLS INCLUDE
Dealership Paperwork:
- Time Keeping Process
- Estimate Process
- Work Order Process
- Parts Look Up and Ordering
- Tech Notes
- Condition Reports
- Other Paperwork Expectations
Customer Service:
- Importance of Appearance
- Yacht Manners
- Service Writer Communications
- Customer Service Fundamentals
- Customer Communication
- The Art of Service Recovery
Be Prepared With Career Readiness Skills:
- Communication
- Competitive Advantage
- Critical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Interviewing
- Personal Brand
- Problem Solving
- Professional Email & LinkedIn Account
- Resume Building
- Self-Discovery
- Teamwork
Jump Start Your Career in the Marine Industry!
For more information, contact Felix Collazo at (954) 979-7100 or email Felix@JASouthFlorida.org
SOUTH FLORIDA MARINE INDUSTRY STATISTICS
According to Marine Industries Association of South Florida
$ Billion
Economic impact the marine industry has in South Florida.($9 billion in Broward County)
Career Opportunities
Marine industry-related jobs are in South Florida and that number grows each year. (110,000 in Broward County)
$ Billion
In overall wages and earnings typically 16% higher statewide
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