KOONTZ UNIVERSITY

 PRE-APPRENTICESHIP

Koontz Electric believes in more than powering facilities; the Morrilton-based business believes in powering futures. One of the company’s mottos is: “Don’t just dream about your future — build it!” That’s why Koontz invests in the next generation of skilled workers through educational partnerships like the Pre-Apprenticeship Program with the Arkansas Construction Education Foundation (ACEF). These initiatives are helping build lives, careers, and the workforce of tomorrow.

Now in its fourth year, our Pre-Apprenticeship Program is a 20-week course designed for high school seniors interested in the skilled trades. Created in collaboration with ACEF, it blends classroom instruction with hands-on experience and provides nationally recognized certifications, including OSHA 10 and CPR/First Aid.

Students also gain exposure to real-world job sites. So far, Koontz has hired 19 graduates directly from this program. In their second year of apprenticeship, these employees average $50,000 annually plus full benefits. That’s real income, real careers, and real futures taking shape. Another 23 of the graduates have gone on to build successful careers in other trades.

For more information on how to sign up for the Pre-Apprenticeship program, you can call Hannah at ACEF, 501.274.8444, speak to your school counselor, or email melissa.speer@koontzelectric.com