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Chicago - 2026 Utility Workers Military Assistance Program

Hiring Event
6 Month No Cost Training to Placement 2026 Utility Workers Military Assistance Program UMAP is actively recruiting military service members and Veterans for a 6-month Utility Workers Training Program Eligibility Requirements: Active service personnel, Reservist, National Guard, Veteran Status Honorable/Under Honorable Discharge Current and Valid Driver's License Pass Drug-Screen Pass Background Check Contact Brian Murray at bmurray@power4america.org 312-735-2934
Monday, August 24, 2026
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM CDT
Dawson Technical Institute
  • 3901 S State St
  • Chicago , IL 60609