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ForgeNow produces work-ready technicians in Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, and Data Center Assistant Project Management. Offering 7 cohorts per year, with 2,000 graduates and counting.
2,000+
Graduates
7
Cohorts / Year
4
Trade Programs
Why Partner with ForgeNow
4 Programs. 6 Weeks. Employer Ready.
Our graduates train in real lab environments, not just classroom theory — arriving fluent in the tools, terminology, and professional expectations.
Ready to Hire
Connect with job-ready graduates seeking positions in your trade after each cohort.
7 Cohorts / Year
Consistent, year-round pipeline of trained candidates graduating.
Verified Credentials
TWC-approved programs. Training built for the job.
Hands-On Lab Hours
Graduates train in a hands-on lab environment with real equipment.
Job Ready Day One
Trained for the work. Ready for your team.
Partner With ForgeNow
Build your long-term workforce pipeline or fill open roles today.
Our employer team is ready to talk.
Nick Waterman
Business Development Manager
A United States Air Force Academy graduate, Nick brings the honor, integrity, and results-focused discipline of his military background to ForgeNow. With deep workforce-development experience, he connects motivated tradespeople with the employers who need them, ensuring every graduate arrives credentialed, professional, and ready to contribute from day one.
How It Works for Employers
Opportunities To Connect With Our Students
01
Reach Out to Our Employer Team
Send a message to Nick. Tell us what trade, how many positions, and your timeline. We'll match you with the right upcoming cohort.
02
Meet Potential Hires
Connect with students through events like our signature Contractor Rodeo, graduations, and speaking opportunities — meet candidates, build relationships, evaluate them in person, and extend offers when the fit is right.
03
Hire & Onboard with Confidence
ForgeNow graduates arrive on day one with program certifications, and 240 hours of intensive trade training behind them.
Built for Veterans
The Game Changer in Vocational Talent.
ForgeNow has launched careers nationwide, placing graduates in commercial property management, hospitality, data centers, and more. Explore our live talent map to see where ForgeNow trained technicians are working now.
Meet the Team
Experts Who Power ForgeNow
Our instructors don't just know the trades, they've built careers in them.
Electrical Wiring
Gerald T.
30+ years in electrical. Journeyman license 2004, master electrician 2008, licensed across multiple states. His story of perseverance is the ForgeNow mission personified.
HVAC Systems
Patrick B.
A ForgeNow alumnus turned instructor. 5 years of field experience, 3 years teaching. His journey from student to instructor is the school's mission in action.
HVAC Systems
Mark R.
20+ years in HVAC starting in 2003. Grew from install crews to Lead Service Technician in commercial HVAC. Passionate about passing on what he's learned in the field.
HVAC Systems
Brandon H.
Army veteran medically discharged 2014. Entered HVAC training 2016, rose to Director of Operations at one of DFW's largest HVAC firms. Military discipline meets trade expertise.
HVAC Systems
Ricky D.
Seasoned HVAC professional bringing field expertise from years of residential and commercial service work across the DFW metro area.
Plumbing
Cory B.
Brings a wealth of knowledge from years spent working in apartments, homes, and commercial buildings, making him a seasoned expert in the field. His practical insights enrich the learning experience - providing students with valuable knowledge.
Plumbing
Brian J.
Master Plumbing instructor, possesses years of hands-on experience in the intricate world of plumbing. His expertise ensures that students gain a comprehensive understanding of systems, preparing them for real-world challenges.
HVAC Systems
Gerardo I.
Passionate HVAC Instructor with 9+ years of diverse field experience spanning residential maintenance, commercial systems, refrigeration, and quality control. Now brings that hands-on expertise to education, preparing the next generation of skilled technicians for successful careers in the industry.
Data center facilities
Camille W.
Navy veteran with nearly 10 years of data center experience, progressing from entry-level technician to management and discovering a passion for mentoring others along the way. Now at ForgeNow, dedicated to preparing students for success in the industry while pursuing a degree in cybersecurity.
HVAC Systems
Jerry C.
Jerry Crutcher brings decades of hands-on HVAC experience and deep technical knowledge from a long career in the skilled trades. Now, he’s committed to passing that experience on by training and preparing the next generation of skilled technicians.
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Ready to Build Your Pipeline?
Connect with ForgeNow today and start receiving work-ready graduates trained for your open positions.