You might know that CAP delivers a critical water source from the Colorado River that serves more than 80 percent of the state’s population.
And, you might also know that this 336-mile system connects the state, beginning in western Arizona at Lake Havasu and extending to south of Tucson.
This “Beyond water” series is about lesser-known facts about CAP and how it’s connected to all of Arizona.
Part 3 is focused on CAP’s Apprenticeship Program.
CAP plays an important role in the State Apprenticeship Program and on the Arizona Apprenticeship Advisory Committee, filling seats on both committees during the past 10 years.
In addition, CAP lends its apprenticeship strengths and knowledge through its program administration and instruction by professional journeymen to its apprentices. Of CAP’s nearly 500 employees, roughly 66 percent are in operations, maintenance and engineering, and of those, 34 percent are specialized, craft-and-trade certified – all are essential to operate and maintain the CAP water infrastructure.
CAP’s support of this program connects our professionals with others in crafts and trades positions, helping spread the knowledge skills across the communities we serve in central and southern Arizona.
About CAP apprenticeships
Spots in CAP’s apprenticeship programs are primarily to provide opportunities for growth and development for current employees. Occasionally, we will post an apprenticeship opportunity externally. When that happens, there may not be specific work experience required, but the minimum qualifications are very specific.
If you want to be prepared for any potential openings, review the application process and the minimum requirements for the CAP Apprenticeship Program. Check the jobs page often, and make sure to sign up to get email job alerts.
CAP is not the only way to enter a trade – we encourage you to look into other State of Arizona-registered apprenticeship programs as well.
