At BoardSafe Docks in Fleetwood, Pennsylvania, building high-quality aluminum floating dock systems, adaptive kayak launches, gangways, and pedestrian bridges requires more than innovative engineering and craftsmanship; it requires skilled people. That’s why we are proud to partner with Berks Career & Technology Center (BCTC) and support the development of the next generation of manufacturing and skilled trades professionals.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, such as those offered at BCTC, provide students with hands-on learning opportunities that prepare them for real-world careers. Through classroom instruction, technical training, and industry exposure, students gain the practical skills and experience needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
BoardSafe Docks has experienced firsthand the value of these programs. About a dozen of our current employees are graduates of BCTC training programs and have become important contributors to our company’s success. Their technical knowledge, strong work ethic, and problem-solving abilities demonstrate that Career and Technical Education works.
As a growing manufacturer, BoardSafe Docks offers students opportunities to gain real-world experience through internships, co-op programs, facility tours, and direct interaction with industry professionals. These experiences help bridge the gap between education and employment while giving students a better understanding of career opportunities available in modern manufacturing and construction industries.
The need for skilled workers has never been greater. Industry reports indicate that for every five workers who retire from construction, manufacturing, and the skilled trades, only two new workers enter the workforce. This growing labor shortage presents a significant challenge for businesses across the country and highlights the importance of investing in workforce development programs.
Career and Technical Education is a critical part of the solution. By providing students with practical training, industry-recognized skills, and pathways to rewarding careers, programs like BCTC help strengthen local economies and create opportunities for future generations.
BoardSafe Docks is proud to be part of this effort. By partnering with BCTC, we are helping students explore meaningful career paths while supporting the development of a highly skilled workforce, essential to the future of American manufacturing, construction, and infrastructure.
The success of our employees who have graduated from BCTC serves as a powerful reminder that when educators, businesses, and communities work together, everyone benefits. Continued investment in Career and Technical Education is not only an investment in students, it’s an investment in the future strength and competitiveness of our workforce and economy. Read about two of our recent graduates here:
Taking a Leap of Faith: How Andrew Found His Future in Drafting
Photo credit: BCTC
From Classroom to Career: Linkoln Builds a Future in Welding
Photo credit: BCTC
At BoardSafe Docks, we are honored to be part of the training initiative and workforce solution that helps talented young professionals turn their education into successful careers.
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