WATER SYSTEMS OPERATION SPECIALIST
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
We are open for Apprenticeship applications!
Apply for our Fall 2025 Cohort today!
To apply online visit:
NRWA - National Rural Water Apprenticeship Program
Applications for this cohort are due as soon as possible this month with selection process next month.
The next opportunity will not occur for a full year.
Things to Know:
1. The application is online; if you need assistance or do not have access to a computer/internet, please call the office.
2. The minimum requirements include (not limited to) a high school diploma or GED, driver's license, and passing a drug and background check.
3. You must live in the State of Hawai'i to be eligible to apply.
Should you have any questions please contact:
Apprenticeship Coordinator, Ranae Keane at 808.756.4324 or [email protected]
Interested in mentoring an apprentice?
To sign up as a participating system (employer) or mentor, please contact us!
To sign up as a participating system (employer) or mentor, please contact us!

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The HRWA, as the State Rural Water Association, will provide the related instruction while partnering with employers in the water industry to provide on-the-job learning (OJL).
The Apprentice will receive expert training throughout the program by completing a total of 4,000 hours of OJL and 288 hours of related instruction.
The Apprentice will receive expert training throughout the program by completing a total of 4,000 hours of OJL and 288 hours of related instruction.
The HRWA 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. The sponsor 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.
More information can be found on NRWA's Apprenticeship Program page.