Introduction to Facilities Maintenance with ASL Interpreting Services
Fee: $0.00
Dates: 8/31/2026 – 11/10/2026 Times: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Days: M Tu W Th
Instructor: Joe Uber, Robert Uber
Learn Maintenance and Repair Basics: Hands-on training for building trades careers
This comprehensive 160-hour program is designed to give you foundational, hands-on skills across core building trades: basic carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing. This training prepares you for general maintenance roles, OSHA credentials, and further opportunities.
All applicants will be required to attend an instructor-led screening. Final acceptance into the program requires instructor approval. Applicants will be contacted after applying on the Olympic College website to schedule their screening.
About our Fall Program
All applicants must pass a background check to be considered for enrollment. Because our program is fully inclusive and serves individuals who may be considered vulnerable, we are required to follow the DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. Candidates who meet these requirements will be eligible to move forward to attend an instructor-led screening. Final acceptance into the program requires instructor approval.
- Applicants with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply
- ASL interpretation will be provided for Deaf and Hard of Hearing participants
- Application is open to all, ages 18 and over
- Students must be able to make decisions independently
- Students must be able to safely perform fine and gross motor tasks
- Classes are small and hands-on, with 2 instructors guiding 20 adult students
- Tessera will pay students a stipend of $18.75 per hour
- Learn to use power saws, drills, and nail guns
- Work with a team of people on maintaining and repairing facilities equipment
