RIRWA Apprenticeship Program

Rhode Island Rural Water Association is proud to offer paid, two-year apprenticeships in both water and wastewater treatment. No Experience Needed! The water industry is in critical need of motivated individuals looking to serve their communities and help protect one of its most vital resources! Receive the education and on-the-job training needed to become a licensed operator.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a high school diploma / GED.
Must have a valid driver’s license.

To learn more about the program and to sign up and apply: CLICK HERE

For more information, please contact Jamie Duquette at jduquette@rirwa.org

Non-Discrimination Statement

Rhode Island Rural Water Association (RIRWA) will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. Rhode Island Rural Water Association (RIRWA) will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.

“The Rhode Island Rural Water Association Apprenticeship Coordinator is supported by the U.S. Department of Labor-Employment and Training Administration as a part of a subaward totaling $120,000, with 100% financed by federal funds.”