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Unlocking Workforce Potential: Navigating Career Paths with Anna Ramos

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https://www.lancastercountywib.com/ In this empowering episode of Dumpster Talk, we sit down with Anna Ramos from the Lancaster County Workforce Development Board to explore the transformative journey of workforce development.

With over two decades of experience, Anna shares her personal career trajectory and the pivotal role that workforce programs played in shaping her path. From unexpected turns in her education to finding her calling in workforce development, Anna’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and opportunity.

This episode delves into the critical services offered by the Lancaster County Workforce Development Board, including upskilling programs, training grants, and resources for career advancement. Anna discusses the importance of innovative employer partnerships, the changing landscape of workforce needs, and how to embrace opportunities for growth at any career stage.

Whether you’re a young professional seeking direction, an employer looking to invest in your team, or someone considering a career pivot, this conversation offers valuable insights into making informed decisions and leveraging local resources for career success. Join us to discover how you can navigate your career path with confidence and how community resources can support your journey towards fulfilling employment.

Don’t miss this insightful discussion on fostering a skilled, adaptable, and thriving workforce in Lancaster County and beyond.

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Acceptable Materials

Appliances including:
  • Stoves
  • Microwaves
  • Washers and Dryers
  • Dishwashers
  • FOR A $10 FEE—Air Conditioners

End of Life Items Including:
  • Machinery (all fluids,pans and cylinders removed)
  • Farm Equipment
  • Farm Machinery
  • Lawnmowers
  • Cast Iron Patio Furniture
  • Cast Iron Outdoor Railing
  • Sheet Metal
  • Steel Wheels
  • Steel

Nonferrous Scrap:
  • Aluminum
  • Aluminum Cans
  • Aluminum Pots and Pans
  • Aluminum Siding/Gutters/Downspouts
  • Aluminum Patio Furniture
  • Aluminum Wheels
  • Aluminum Wire
  • Auto Batteries
  • Brass Fixtures/Lamps Decorative items
  • Cable, Fence and Wire
  • Christmas Lights
  • Copper
  • Copper and Brass Plumbing Pipes
  • Copper and Brass Plumbing Valves and Connectors
  • Copper Tubing
  • Copper Wire
  • Electric Motors
  • Insulated Wire
  • Radiators
  • Screen Doors/Windows (glass removed)
  • Stainless Steel

Prohibited Materials

  • Acetylene Cylinders
  • Asbestos or Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM)- applies to both fibrous and solid materials
  • Any Scrap Containing Refrigerants (CFC or HCFC) (Freezers, Refrigerators)  Air Conditioners are accepted for a $10 fee
  • Cathode Ray Tubes (CRT/tube-style computer monitors or televisions)
  • Closed Compressed Gas Cylinders – high pressure cylinders with valve intact
  • Combustible or Flammable Materials – fuels, paints, degreasers, unpunctured aerosol cans
  • Corrosive Materials – highly acidic or caustic materials (battery acid, caustic soda, etc.)
  • Explosive Materials, Munitions, Shell Casings – includes suspect military scrap
  • Free Flowing Liquids (including water)
  • Hazardous Waste – toxic or poisonous materials or wastes
  • Infectious Materials – blood-soaked or biohazard items
  • Liquids or Scrap Containing Free Flowing Liquids – fuels, antifreeze, oils, hydraulic fluid, paints
  • Mercury Containing Materials – mercury-containing thermostats, switches or fluorescent light bulbs
  • Non-Metallic Items – concrete, wood, asphalt, dirt, debris, tires (more than 5 per auto)
  • PCB-Containing Materials
  • Whole tanks uncut
  • Radioactive Scrap – anything exhibiting radiation levels above background
  • Scrap with Small Capacitors that contain 50 ppm of PCBs