Does City Wide provide on-the-job training for the Contract Sales & Bidding training program?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The initial training program will consist of both classroom instruction and on-the-job training. The length of time spent on a subject and nature of subjects taught may vary depending upon the individual Franchisee's experience and ability.
The initial training program is conducted at a designated training facility located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Any other training deemed necessary by CITY WIDE is usually conducted at your Location before opening and may include up to two weeks of on-the-job training.
The initial training program is conducted by Jeff Oddo, Paul Weybrew, Mitch Burnette, and Bob Christian whose relevant histories are set forth in ITEM 2. Other trainers include experts in the subjects in which they are training, with each having experience in excess of ten years. Bob Christian whose history is set forth in ITEM 2, is CITY WIDE's Vice President of Franchise Performance and manages all training.
CITY WIDE reserves the right to make changes in its training staff as CITY WIDE deems necessary and advisable, without prior notice.
The initial training program consists primarily of hands-on instruction in all major aspects of franchise operations, including financial controls, bookkeeping procedures, control and other operational techniques, maintenance procedures, familiarization with the System, implementation techniques of CITY WIDE's business concept, and maintenance and business standards. The instruction materials include written manuals regarding franchise ownership, operations, positionalized training, and sales.
The course fee for the initial training program is included in the Initial Franchise Fee. CITY WIDE will make training available to additional managers or staff members designated by you, at your expense, as described in ITEM 6 of this Disclosure Document.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 29–36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program includes both classroom instruction and on-the-job training. The length of time spent on a subject and the specific subjects taught can vary based on the franchisee's experience and abilities.
The initial training takes place at a designated training facility in the Kansas City metropolitan area. City Wide may also provide additional training at the franchisee's location before opening, which can include up to two weeks of on-the-job training. The initial training program covers major aspects of franchise operations, such as financial controls, bookkeeping procedures, operational techniques, maintenance procedures, and implementation of City Wide's business concept.
The training is conducted by individuals like Jeff Oddo, Paul Weybrew, Mitch Burnette, and Bob Christian, who have extensive experience in their respective fields. Bob Christian, the Vice President of Franchise Performance, manages all training. City Wide reserves the right to change its training staff as needed without prior notice.
Prospective franchisees should note that while the initial training fee is included in the initial franchise fee, any additional training for managers or staff will be at the franchisee's expense. This includes costs for transportation, lodging, meals, and wages. Franchisees should inquire with City Wide about the specific content of the on-the-job training related to contract sales and bidding to fully understand the scope and depth of this training component.