Our training partners specialize in launching new careers and updating career skills.
trades orientation program [TOP]
opening the door to construction careers
• TOP is a free, one-year, training program for people looking to start a career in the construction trades.
• 80% of graduates go on to employment or admission into an apprenticeship program, where they earn while they perfect their skills.
• applications are only accepted three times a year.
- Have questions? Call 408-809-2120 or email topteam@wpusa.org
pg&e PowerPathway entry to utilities operations
opening the door to utilities and construction careers
What is the PG&E PowerPathway™ Program?
The PG&E PowerPathway Program was created in 2008 to train individuals throughout PG&E’s service territory for careers in the construction-utility industry.
- • PowerPathway programs are typically 4-8wks., free, unpaid, training consisting of both classroom and hands-on learning.
- • Over 1,200 people have graduated from PowerPathway
- • 87% of graduates employed in the construction-utility industry, 70% of graduates self-identifying as minorities, 48% as military veterans and 12% as females
PG&E’s PowerPathway™ is now accepting applications for the 2024 Entry to Traffic Control program in the South Bay— a free and customized, 200-hour pre-apprenticeship and career preparation course that will strengthen your candidacy for roles at PG&E as a Traffic Control Flagger.