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CLOSE THE
SKILLS GAP

WITHOUT LEAVING THE MILL.

Cost-Effective, Standardized Training with Flexible, Anywhere Access

ELEVATE YOUR SAW FILER SKILLS WITH THE NATION'S PREMIER APPRENTICESHIP

AMERICA'S ONLY DEPARTMENT OF LABOR REGISTERED SAW FILER APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

  • Benefit from our first-year curriculum focused on our best in class and renowned Essential Craft Skills™ that set the foundational skills for mastery.
  • Engage in a holistic learning experience that merge hands-on training fortified by mentors with in-depth theoretical knowledge.
  • Earn while you learn!

Program
At A Glance

Everything you need to know about our comprehensive apprenticeship program

Ready to Transform Your Career?

Join America's only Department of Labor registered Saw Filer Apprenticeship Program and become part of an elite group of skilled professionals.

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Upcoming Cohorts

Can't join the upcoming cohort? Don't worry we have other upcoming opportunities to register and start your journey toward becoming a Department of Labor Credentialed Journeyman Saw Filer.

Cohort #10

9 Available
TBD
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM EST

Cohort #7

REGISTRATION CLOSED
January 22, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST

Cohort #8

REGISTRATION CLOSED
August 18, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

Cohort #9

REGISTRATION CLOSED
Sept. 9, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
Partner Success Stories

Building a Skilled
Future, Together

Our program is built on strong partnerships with industry leaders who are committed to excellence and workforce development.

ApprenticeshipUSA
Canfor
Interfor
Langdale Forest Products
Northcentral Technical College
SOCOMI
Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods
Weyerhaeuser
Harrigan Lumber Company
SLMA
West Fraser
ApprenticeshipUSA
Canfor
Interfor
Langdale Forest Products
Northcentral Technical College
SOCOMI
Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods
Weyerhaeuser
Harrigan Lumber Company
SLMA
West Fraser
ApprenticeshipUSA
Canfor
Interfor
Langdale Forest Products
Northcentral Technical College
SOCOMI
Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods
Weyerhaeuser
Harrigan Lumber Company
SLMA
West Fraser
Filing Team

Filing Team

Apprentices, Major Lumber Producer

"By using lessons from the program, we improved communication with management about quality control. Showing them the cost of not having a metal detector resulted in a new one being approved. The detector cost $60,000 but is saving approximately $80,000 a year in saw repairs."
$80K Annual Savings
Secured $60K Investment
Improved Mgmt. Communication

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