Apply for skilled construction-craft laborer apprenticeships

The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Local 79 of the Construction and General Building Laborers union will begin taking applications on Friday for 200 skilled construction-craft laborer apprenticeships, officials said.

The recruitment will take place on the internet at http://www.mttf.org from 9 to 11 a.m. on weekdays through Sept. 1 or until 2,000 people have applied, whichever comes first.

Applicants who successfully complete the application will receive a confirmation email and letter requesting they arrange an interview.

Applicants must be 18 or older, provide proof of completion of high school or GED courses, be physically able to do the work and pass physical ability and drug tests.

More information is available by calling 718-383-6863.