Workforce Development

Drive4Five Worker Recruitment Program

The Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce spearheads a worker recruitment program to bring people to the Columbus area. As industrial skill sets are needed by industry, the Drive4Five program actively recruits at technical colleges and other communities in Nebraska and neighboring states. Several hundred people have chosen to make the Columbus area their home. In the last three years, families have moved from South Dakota, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Michigan, among other states. For more information on the Drive4Five program, please contact the Drive4Five Coordinator at 402-564-2769.

Central Community College – Business and Industry Training Center

Central Community College Columbus Campus (CCC) is a primary source of training and education for business and industry. Training services include:

• Technical skills to include mechatronics, industrial maintenance, welding, CNC machining and electricity
• Supervisory skills, on-the-job/on-site training and customized company-specific training
• CD-ROM library and Internet/satellite delivery
• Traditional college programs with two-year degrees offered on campus

Training classes are available at on-and off-campus sites. The classes are conducted by experienced trainers who have the knowledge and expertise needed for area businesses and their employees. College staffs develop and coordinate specially tailored short courses, workshops, and seminars to meet specific training needs.

For assistance on workforce availability and recruitment, please contact Ms. Bernie Hansen of the Nebraska Department of Labor Office.