Skilled Trades Task Force Meeting – March 18, 2026

The City of Detroit held a Skilled Trades Task Force meeting on March 18, 2026, focused on promoting apprenticeship and workforce development programs in the skilled trades sector. The meeting featured union representatives and workforce development professionals discussing various apprenticeship opportunities, entry requirements, pay scales, and benefits for trades such as electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and iron workers. Emphasis was placed on increasing diversity, including women and minorities, in the trades, as well as supporting returning citizens. City council members highlighted ongoing efforts to expand apprenticeship programs and union jobs within city government, underscoring the importance of funding and programming to sustain these initiatives. Attendees were provided with resources and encouraged to engage with pre-apprenticeship programs to prepare for union apprenticeships, with detailed information on application processes, training, and career pathways.