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Your Growth. Your Trade.
Your Future.

Built By Total is a structured apprenticeship and development program designed to support employees in building a long-term career in the trades.

The program provides financial support, clear direction, and hands-on development as employees move from apprentice through to Journeyman.

A Clear Path Forward

Every apprentice at Total follows the same path. You learn on the job alongside experienced Journeymen, grow through each year of schooling, and finish with the ticket, the tools, and a career to show for it.

Learn

On-the-job training and mentorship.

Grow

A clear path from apprentice to Journeyman.

Succeed

Support for schooling, tools, and career progression.

Support That Actually Helps

We're here to set you up for success with:

Schooling and books covered upfront

Starter tool kit provided

Annual tool allowance

On-the-job learning and mentorship

Grant and funding application support

Apprenticeship Money Map

Year 1–4

Tuition covered

Tool allowance

Grants available

EI support

Journeyman Completion

Grants Available

Training forgiven

1 Year Post-Journeyman

Grants Available

Training forgiven

Built on the
Total Standard

Collaboration - Through teamwork we create positive outcomes

Leadership - Be the example

Excellence - Strive to be the best

Accountability and Responsibility - Commit to the process, take action & own it

Relationships - Commit to the process, take action & own it

How the Program Works

01

Work your role

Learn on real jobs beside experienced Journeymen.

02

Attend school

Tuition and books covered upfront.

03

Apply your skills

Return to the field with more responsibility each year.

04

Receive support

Tools, mentorship, and funding through to your ticket.

FAQs

Straight answers about what the program covers, what it expects, and what happens when you finish.

Who is this program for?

Apprentices working toward Journeyman certification.

Do I pay for school?

No, tuition and books are covered upfront.

Do I have to repay it?

No, as long as the employee completes Journeyman certification and stays with Total for one year after.

What if I leave early?

Repayment may apply, and tools may need to be returned.

Do I own the tools right away?

No, tool ownership transfers after one year post-Journeyman.

Will I get help applying for grants?

Yes, support is provided.

Ready to Build Your Future?

Built By Total is here to support employees who are serious about growing in the trades and building their future with Total.

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