overview
A piledriver and bridgeworker constructs, installs, repairs or removes all types
of deep piles and caisoon foundations and other types of marine installations such
as bridges, docks, wharves, tunnels and bulkheads. Skills required are fitting,
welding, rigging, formwork and timber/concrete construction, seamanship, heavy-duty
equipment operation, and environmentally safe practices. The piledriver and
bridgeworker apprentice requires time on the job and in-school training. The
apprentice must complete a three-year program including 3,000 workplace
hours and 600 in-school hours of training. After completion of training,
a passing grade on the Certificate of Qualification examination will
result in the B.C. Certificate of Apprenticeship and Certificate of Qualification.
program entry
If you are registered with the Industry Training Authority, you can apply now to BCIT's Apprenticeship Studies program. Read more about BCIT's apprenticeship programs.
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BCIT Apprenticeship Service Office, 604-456-8100
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