Paid Apprenticeship Program in Maryland
Starting at $17.00 per hour.
3-5 Apprentices per class.
Focused training to get you started.
20% Classroom 80% Hands-On
Fence & Deck Connection Training Academy is a paid, hands-on apprenticeship program in Millersville, Maryland, designed for recent high school graduates and young adults who want to start a career in the skilled trades.
Participants learn fence and deck construction from experienced professionals through a practical training model focused on real-world skills, jobsite safety, and long-term career growth.
Not every career path starts with college. The Fence & Deck Connection Training Academy was created to give motivated individuals a structured path into the trades while helping build the next generation of skilled fence and deck installers.
Apprentices receive hands-on training, mentorship, field experience, and exposure to real construction environments while learning the skills needed to grow within Fence & Deck Connection.
The Training Academy combines classroom learning with hands-on construction experience. Apprentices begin with onboarding and academy-based instruction before progressing into field training with service crews and builders.
Training topics include:
This program is designed for individuals with little to no prior experience who are ready to learn, work hard, and build a future in the trades.
The Fence & Deck Connection Training Academy is designed for recent high school graduates and young adults, typically ages 18–21, who are interested in hands-on work and career opportunities in construction.
Ideal candidates should:
No prior fence or deck construction experience is required.
If you are ready to learn a trade, gain hands-on experience, and explore a career with growth potential, the Fence & Deck Connection Training Academy may be the right fit for you.
The Training Academy is more than a short-term job. It is the first step toward a long-term career in the trades.
After completing the program, successful apprentices may have the opportunity to transition into a field crew role.
Career paths may include:
With experience and continued growth, career earnings may reach $65,000+ annually.
No. The Fence & Deck Connection Training Academy is designed for individuals with little to no prior construction experience.
Yes. Apprentices are expected to be paid at a starting rate of $17 per hour.
The initial Training Academy program is currently structured as a four-week program.
Training begins at the Fence & Deck Connection yard in Millersville, Maryland, with additional field experience on active job sites.
Successful apprentices may have the opportunity to transition into a field crew role and continue growing with Fence & Deck Connection.
The program is best suited for recent high school graduates or young adults who are interested in hands-on work, outdoor construction, and long-term career growth in the trades.
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