Essentials
Manufacturing & Construction Essentials
FREE, SHORT-TERM PROGRAM FOR PEOPLE WHO QUALIFY!
CONTACT US ABOUT ENROLLING NOW: ORIENTATION IS SCHEDULED FOR EITHER FEBRUARY 26, 2026 OR MARCH 12, 2026 AND ASSESSMENT & ENROLLMENT MUST BE COMPLETED FIRST.
Unionized construction and manufacturing businesses in Minnesota are looking for more trained workers. These jobs pay well and come with good benefits and working conditions. Our in-person and online services will help train and connect you to these jobs with specialized assistance that meets the needs of busy adult learners. The program includes job skills training on-site at Saint Paul College and a full array of work readiness and job search assistance. If you choose, we will also also help you coordinate a temporary job placement with a local agency to help you develop additional work skills and references.
More about the 3 components of the short-term training at Saint Paul College:
Hand and Power Tool Familiarization
This course introduces participants to hand and power tools that are most widely used in the Manufacturing and Construction industries, such as impact devices, saws, levels, drills, sanders, grinders and material removal equipment. The course explains specific applications for these tools and how to use them safely – and properly through hands on instruction.
Shop Calculation
This course will help participants understand the fundamentals of measurement devices, and proper application(s) for use in both the construction and Manufacturing industries. Participants will also be introduced to blueprint reading and schematic essentials for proper material calculation such as square footage, surface area, and estimating.
OSHA-10
The OSHA 10 course is designed to familiarize participants with general industry OSHA standards as well as safety and health hazards common to the workplace. This course will focus on providing a foundation for employees to identify, avoid, control, and prevent jobsite hazards. Completing participants will receive their OSHA-10 certification and card (must be present for all class hours).
Keep in mind this training at Saint Paul College is only one part of the program experience. You'll take part in many other program services as well to give you a well-rounded introduction to construction and manufacturing careers.
Prepare for a New, Higher-Wage Job in Construction or Manufacturing!
Enrollment & Eligibility
· Be 18 years of age or older, not enrolled in a K-12 school, and eligible to work in the U.S.
· Have a high school diploma or GED
· Individuals who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color; individuals who are unemployed or underemployed; & women are encouraged to apply.
Program Features
· Short-term job skills training on-site at Saint Paul College (full description above)
· If you choose, we will help you coordinate a temporary, paid job placement with a local agency
· Resumes & interviewing skills training
· Job search assistance
· Leadership skills development
· Self-care training
· Budgeting and financial training
· Conflict management training
· Guest speakers
Connections to Temporary Job Opportunities
If you like, we can help you coordinate a paid, temporary job placement in parternship with a local agency. This will give you extra income, a chance to develop new skills and additional work experience, and work references.
Minnesota Training Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Provider. This workforce product was funded (or funded in part) by a grant awarded by the State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The product was created by the grant recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of DEED. DEED makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership.
2026 Program Schedule
2026 PROGRAM SCHEDULE
February 26: Orientation: 10am-1:00pm at the Minnesota AFL-CIO office (175 Aurora Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55103).
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March 12: Orientation: 10 am - Noon at the Minnesota AFL-CIO office (175 Aurora Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55103).
NOTE: Assessment and enrollment must be completed before receiving an invitation to attend one of these Orientation sessions. Contact us to begin completing these items.
The following classes will all take place at Saint Paul College (235 Marshall Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102)
- March18: OSHA 10 class, 3pm-7pm
- March 19: OSHA 10 class, 3pm- 7pm
- March 20: OSHA 10 Class, 3pm-7pm
- March 23: Shop Calculation , 3pm-6pm
- March 24: Shop Calculation, 3pm-6pm
- March 25: Shop Calculation, 3pm-6pm
- March 26: Career Development, 3pm-6pm
- March 30: Hand and Power tool familiarization, 3pm-6pm
- March 31: Hand and Power tool familiarization, 3pm-6pm
- April 1: Hand and Power tool familiarization, 3pm-6pm
- April 2: Hand and Power tool familiarization, 3pm-6pm
The following workshops will take place at the Minnesota AFL-CIO office (175 Aurora Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55103)
- April 7: Core Workplace Success Skills, 1pm-4pm
- April 8: Financial Literacy, 1pm-4pm
- April 9: Digital Literacy and Job Applications, 1pm-4pm
