This is a seven-week program in partnership with the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) that prepares individuals with disabilities for jobs in a modern warehouse. The program includes classroom and on-the-job training and is taught by a CCBC instructor.
Training Includes:
- Material storage
- Equipment handling
- Receiving incoming stock
- Preparing goods for shipment
- Forklift safety certification
- Warehouse safety guidelines
Program Requirements:
- Basic computer literacy
- A clean background check or an ability to get bonded
- Basic math and reading skills
- Ability to follow step-by-step directions
- Basic problem-solving and observation skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to tolerate varied workplace temperatures
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Access to private transportation is strongly recommended as most warehouses are not on public transportation
Employment Outlook:
Employment opportunities for warehouse technicians are expected to grow by 7% during the next 10 years. Average hourly wage in Maryland is $12.00.