OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF the Maine Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors

2026 Pub. 8 Annual Magazine & Member Directory

Apprenticeship Program

Build Your Workforce. Grow Your Business. Shape the Future.

Apprenticeship Program

Build Your Workforce. Grow Your Business. Shape the Future.

What is Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is an industry‑driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a nationally recognized, portable credential.

Company Benefits

  • Company loyalty
  • Build a continuous pipeline of skilled workers
  • Strengthen your employer brand
  • Enhanced productivity

Programs

  • Building Construction Craft Laborer — 2,000‑hour program
  • Floor Installation Technician — 2,000-hour program
  • Painter — 4,000-hour program
  • Carpenter Framing & Finishing Level 1 — 4,000‑hour program
  • Electrical — 8,000-hour program

OJT and Related Training

  • Apprentices receive on-the-job experience under the supervision of their journey tech and foreperson.

Annual Apprenticeship Fee Schedule

  • $90.00/month per apprentice
  • MAP offers reimbursement to sponsors who cover the cost of Related Technical Instruction for each apprentice in the program.

For more information, contact Shari Johnston at shari@abcmaine.org.

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