Welding Academy Application Apply Now 1Applicant Information2Availability & Readiness3Education & Skills4Employment History5References6Welding Experience7Response Questions8Certification CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Two State Academy Welding ProgramPaid workforce training and employment pathwayTraining pay: $12.00 per hour • Format: Classroom & hands-on welding instruction • Post-program commitment: Minimum 12 months with Two StateThis application helps Two State Construction evaluate applicants for admission to its Welding Academy and for employment during and after the program. Please complete every section. You may attach a resume, but a resume does not replace this application.Important employment understanding: Applicants selected for the program will be hired as employees of Two State Construction Company, Inc. and paid $12.00 per hour for compensable program time. As a condition of selection, each participant must commit to remain employed with Two State for at least 12 consecutive months after graduation. Selected applicants must sign a separate paid training and employment commitment agreement before the program begins.1. Applicant InformationLegal name(Required) First Middle Last Enter your name exactly as it appears on your government-issued ID.Preferred nameOptionalDate of birth(Required) Home address(Required) Street Address Address Line 2 City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Code Primary phone(Required)Alternate phoneEmail address(Required) Are you at least 18 years of age?(Required) Yes No Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?(Required) Yes No If hired, can you provide the documents required to complete Form I-9?(Required) Yes No How did you hear about the program?(Required)Referred by a Two State employeeReferred by a friend or family memberSchool, instructor, or career counselorJob board or websiteSocial mediaCareer fair or community eventNewspaper, radio, or flyerOtherName of the person who referred you 2. Program Availability and Employment ReadinessEarliest date available to begin(Required) Preferred shift after graduation(Required)Day shiftNight shiftRotating shiftAny shiftAvailable to work(Required) Days Evenings Weekends Overtime Check all that apply.Current employerEnter "None" if you are not currently employed.May we contact your current employer?(Required) Yes No Not currently employed Do you have reliable transportation to attend the program and report to work on time?(Required) Yes No Can you meet the program attendance requirements and arrive on time each scheduled day?(Required) Yes No Accommodation notice: Two State will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees as required by law. Do not disclose medical information on this application.After reviewing the essential duties, can you perform them with or without reasonable accommodation?(Required) Yes No 3. Education and TrainingDid you graduate from high school or earn a GED?(Required) Yes - high school diploma Yes - GED No Currently enrolled High school name and location(Required)Years completedDiploma or credential earnedCollege or technical school name and locationYears completedDegree or credential earnedArea of studyOther training program name and locationYears completedCredential earnedRelevant classes, courses, or shop trainingAcademic honors, leadership activities, or other achievementsOptional4. Licenses, Certifications, and Technical SkillsCurrent credentials(Required) None OSHA 10 OSHA 30 Forklift First Aid / CPR NCCER AWS credential Check all that apply.Other licenses, certifications, or expiration datesTools, machinery, software, or equipment you have used 5. Employment HistoryList your three most recent employers, beginning with your current or most recent job. Include paid work, military service, internships, apprenticeships, or substantial volunteer experience when relevant.Employer 1Employer name(Required)PhoneAddress, city, and stateSupervisor name and titleJob title(Required)Start dateEnd dateStarting payEnding payReason for leavingPrimary duties and responsibilitiesMay we contact this employer? Yes No Employer 2Employer namePhoneAddress, city, and stateSupervisor name and titleJob titleStart dateEnd dateStarting payEnding payReason for leavingPrimary duties and responsibilitiesMay we contact this employer? Yes No Employer 3Employer namePhoneAddress, city, and stateSupervisor name and titleJob titleStart dateEnd dateStarting payEnding payReason for leavingPrimary duties and responsibilitiesMay we contact this employer? Yes No 6. Professional ReferencesProvide three people who can speak about your reliability, work habits, character, or ability to learn. Do not list relatives.Reference 1Name(Required)Relationship and years known(Required)Phone(Required)Email Reference 2Name(Required)Relationship and years known(Required)Phone(Required)Email Reference 3NameRelationship and years knownPhoneEmail 7. Welding and Shop ExperienceHow would you describe your welding experience?(Required) No prior experience Beginner Some experience Experienced Processes used None SMAW (Stick) GMAW (MIG) FCAW (Flux Core) GTAW (TIG) Oxy-fuel cutting Plasma cutting Check all that apply.Related experience None Blueprint reading Tape measure Layout and fit-up Grinding Metal fabrication Quality inspection Check all that apply.Describe any welding, fabrication, construction, mechanical, or hands-on experienceDescribe any work samples, projects, classes, or certifications you would like us to considerResume or supporting documentAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, rtf, txt, jpg, jpeg, png, heic, Max. file size: 50 MB. Optional. Accepted file types: PDF, DOC, DOCX, RTF, TXT, JPG, PNG. A resume does not replace this application. 8. Applicant Response QuestionsAnswer in your own words. We are evaluating your motivation, dependability, judgment, ability to learn, and readiness for a long-term career with Two State.1. Why do you want to join the Two State Academy Welding Program?(Required)2. What are your career goals for the next one to three years, and how would this program help you reach them?(Required)3. Describe a time you had to learn a difficult skill. What did you do when you became frustrated or made a mistake?(Required)4. Give an example that shows your dependability, attendance, or work ethic.(Required)5. Safety is essential in welding and fabrication. What does working safely mean to you?(Required)6. Describe a time you received correction or constructive feedback. How did you respond?(Required)7. Describe a time you worked with others to complete a job, project, or shared goal.(Required)8. The program requires regular attendance, punctuality, and a 12-month employment commitment after graduation. What could interfere with that commitment, and how would you address it?(Required)9. Why should Two State select you for this opportunity?(Required) 9. Applicant Certification and Program CommitmentPlease read each statement and check the box to indicate your understanding and agreement. All items are required.Accuracy of information(Required) I certify that the information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false statements, omissions, or misrepresentations may disqualify me or result in termination of employment. Permission to verify(Required) I authorize Two State Construction Company, Inc. to contact the employers, schools, training providers, and references listed in this application to verify information relevant to my application, subject to applicable law. Paid employee status(Required) I understand that applicants selected for the Welding Academy will be hired as employees of Two State and will be paid $12.00 per hour for compensable program time, less required payroll deductions. Program requirements(Required) I understand that admission and continued participation require satisfactory attendance, punctuality, performance, conduct, safety compliance, and adherence to Two State policies and program standards. Twelve month employment commitment(Required) I understand that successful completion of the Welding Academy requires me to accept and maintain employment with Two State for a minimum of 12 consecutive months after the program completion date, subject to the terms of a separate paid training and employment commitment agreement. Separate agreement(Required) If selected, I agree to review and sign the separate paid training and employment commitment agreement before beginning the program. I understand that this application does not replace that agreement. At-will employment(Required) I understand that employment with Two State is at will unless a written agreement signed by an authorized company representative expressly states otherwise. At-will employment means either the employee or Two State may end employment at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. The 12 month commitment is a condition of program participation but does not guarantee employment for a fixed term. Equal opportunity(Required) I acknowledge that Two State considers applicants without unlawful discrimination and provides reasonable accommodation as required by law. By typing your name below, you confirm that you have read and understand the statements above and that you wish to be considered for admission to the Two State Academy Welding Program and employment with Two State Construction Company, Inc. Your typed name serves as your electronic signature.Electronic signature - type your full legal name(Required)Date(Required) Δ
