Jobs

Job seekers interested in job/training opportunities in construction at one of the Community Venues or job opportunities in general should contact the community based organization (CBO) located nearest to their residence. See a list of organizations under Frequently Asked Questions.

Mayor Dyer and the City Council have viewed the Community Venues project as an opportunity to make a significant and long-term, positive economic impact on the local neighborhoods.

This historic project provides the City with an opportunity to connect residents with jobs and local businesses with contracts to build these Venues. The City of Orlando has committed to a Blueprint that will serve as a framework and model for inclusiveness and community building throughout the various levels of contracting. Special emphasis will be made to ensure that maximum opportunities are afforded to local, small and disadvantaged businesses, as well as minorities and women, in the areas of job creation and training, business development and the procurement of goods, professional and construction services in association with the construction of the new Venues.

WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA (WCF) will serve as the lead “umbrella” agency to plan and implement the workforce development plan outlined in the Blueprint.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: How do I find out about Venues related employment and job training?

A: The City is currently in the process of setting up and organizing the job and training components for the Community Venues project in partnership with WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA. Individuals may submit their name on a list of interested job applicants at the WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA website (www.workforcecentralflorida.com) and following the instructions shown on the “Community Venues” page. In addition, please visit the WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA website for their current list of employment opportunities.

Q: Will all of the jobs created as part of the CV projects be construction related?

A:  Thousands of full- and part-time jobs will be generated and supported by the direct and indirect spending related to the construction and on-going operations of the three Venues. Approximately 10,800 jobs will be generated during the construction period of the Venues including on-site construction employees ranging from temporary laborers to the highest levels of management. In addition, individuals involved in ancillary industries, such as construction material manufacturing and delivery, food service providers and other industries that will support the construction efforts are also included. Similarly, the on-going operations of the Venues are estimated to generate and support approximately 7,500 jobs including Venue management and staff as well as support industries, such as food service providers, lodging providers, transportation providers and other industries.


Q: What do I need to bring when I submit my job application?

A: If you believe you have enough construction experience and skills to get a job without additional training you should go to WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA’s website (www.workforcecentralflorida.com) and register for work. This registration will require you to insert a brief resume. If you need help in creating that resume, WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA has brief classes within each one of their offices to help you.


Q: How do I go to apply for jobs once they become available?

A: WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA has five (5) offices in Central Florida – you can go to any one of these offices and apply for these jobs once they become available. In addition, the City and Workforce Central Florida will have applications available at several of its City’s Community Centers and will utilize several community/neighborhood based organizations to assist in the outreach, recruitment, and application process. More information will be forthcoming over the next few weeks.
 

Q: What type of job training will be available?

A: It is the intent of the City and WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA to focus training opportunities in various areas with a special emphasis on Apprentice & Pre-Apprentice training programs and skilled trade positions.


Q: What are Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship training programs?

A: Apprenticeship training programs vary by trade and offer the opportunity for you to become a skilled craftsperson in your chosen trade. All of the programs offer on-the-job training, related classroom training, safety training, predetermined advancements and pay increases, health insurance and pensions.

Pre-Apprenticeship training programs are designed to help Central Florida residents meet the apprenticeship requirements including any specific academic eligibility for entrance into the construction trade Apprenticeship program of their choice. The program will also allow residents to work in the trade of their choice. The qualifications for most Pre-Apprenticeship programs include:

1. 18 years of age
2. Social Security Card
3. Drivers License
4. Physically able to perform tasks assigned
5. Most programs require a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
6. Some programs also require reliable transportation

All Apprenticeships programs include a combination of on the paid on-the-job training and classroom instructions. Some programs even pay you during your classroom time.


Q: What are examples of some of the skilled trade training that will likely be available?

A: Apprenticeship and other training programs lead to careers in areas that include:

• Air conditioning/HVAC
• Carpenter
• Electrician
• Elevator Constructor
• Glazier
• Ironworker
• Masonry
• Operating Engineer
• Painter
• Pipe Fitter
• Plumber
• Sheet Metal
• Sprinkler Fitter
• Equipment Operator
• Drywall hanger/finisher