The Training center in Reno is proud to offer a website with information on the apprenticeship application process, class schedules, class offerings for journeyman skill upgrades, and other important information. As we move further into the 21st century technology creates greater opportunities for all of us. It is our resolve to utilize this technology to better serve the members of the apprenticeship and training program.

The program is a cooperative effort to raise the level of training and through that, meet the needs of contributing contractors. Working together, we will build for the future of the industry, our families and our communities.

Place this site on your favorites list and take the time to review it periodically. Call or e-mail us with any questions, comments or suggestions. It will be updated regularly to serve as a helpful tool to those of you involved in the program already and those who wish to learn more with the intent to become involved.

John Ainsworth, Apprenticeship Coordinator

Paul A. Sonner is a California native and is a 3rd generation union member, he began his Carpentry career in 1970 as an Apprentice at the Orange County Training Center where he graduated and became a Journeyman in 1974. He continued on specializing in the Interior Systems field advancing himself into lead-man, foreman, general foreman and superintendent capacity while working throughout Southern California until he moved and made Las Vegas, NV his home in 1993. Being a UBC member for going on 36+ years, Paul takes an active role not only as a full-time instructor here at the training center; he has served as an E-Board member off and on for over twenty years, and also holds office as Recording Secretary and Delegate with his Local Union 1977. He spends his free time going boating on Lake Mead, where he also volunteers as a Ranger for the National Park Service. Paul also enjoys playing pool, golfing, and riding his motorcycle. A special position he holds dear is being “Grand-pa” to his 5 grandchildren. Paul has also participated in Habitat for Humanity and is involved with various community service projects each year. Next time you visit the training center, attend a class, go to a union meeting, or go on a motorcycle ride…. say hello to Paul, one of the many assets of our Brotherhood.

Northern Nevada Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee
Address: 1360 Financial Blvd., Reno, Nevada 89502
Phone: (775) 856-4448
Fax: (775) 856-4661
E-mail: jatc@nnvcjatc.org
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