AllTradesJournal

Fiber Technicians

3 articles

Tradespeople learning advanced fiber optic technology in a modern, high-tech training facility, showcasing Meta's commitment to workforce development.
Trades

Meta's America's Workforce Academy Trains Tradespeople for New Tech

In its first seven days, Meta and CBRE's LevelUp fiber technician training program received 35,000 applications for just 1,000 openings.

Rick Donovan·August 13, 2026
Diverse individuals actively engaged in hands-on fiber optic technician training, highlighting Meta's investment in skilled trades.
Trades

Meta's $115M Boost for Skilled Trades Addresses Specific Shortages

In just seven days, Meta and CBRE's LevelUp fiber technician training program received 35,000 applications for only 1,000 openings, underscoring an overwhelming demand for skilled trades training tied

Rick Donovan·August 1, 2026
Diverse group of apprentices learning fiber optic installation and electrical wiring in a modern training facility, symbolizing workforce development.
Industry

Apprenticeships Address Skilled Trades Labor Shortage

CBRE and Meta are launching a multiyear initiative called LevelUp to recruit and train thousands of fiber technicians for U.

Rick Donovan·May 2, 2026