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HEAT & FROST INSULATOR

Heat and Frost Insulators work with commercial and industrial insulation. They install insulation and soundproofing for heating, ventilation,  steam generation, process piping and plumbing systems; remove hazardous waste; and clean duct systems.
Length of Apprenticeship:
Five (5) Years – Minimum of 720 hours of classroom instruction

*Apprentices receive 144 hours of classroom instruction per year.  (Approximately one class every 

three weeks.)

*Apprentices receive a minimum of 1,600 hours of  on-the-job training  per year.

Wage Information:

1st Year   50% of journeyman wage
2nd Year   60% of journeyman wage
3rd Year   70% of journeyman wage
4th Year   80% of journeyman wage
5th Year   90% of journeyman wage
Journeyman Level 100% of journeyman wage

Benefits:
Health Insurance, Pension, Annuity

Basic Requirements:
*Must be at least 18-years old.
*Must have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. certificate.  
*Must be physically fit to work in the construction industry.
*Must pass a drug test.
*Must be a U.S. citizen or in the process of naturalization.
*Must pass an aptitude test.
*Must pass a personal interview.

Working Conditions:
 Heat and Frost Insulators work in all types of weather elements with the majority of the work being performed outdoors.  

Recommended Preparatory Classes:
 Algebra, geometry, and mechanical drawing classes.

Abilities:
 *Must work well with others.
*Must be able to understand and follow instructions.
*Must be able to lift heavy objects.
*Must be able to work in confined spaces.
*Must be able to work at high levels on ladders and scaffolds.

Work Experience: (Helpful, but not necessary for acceptance.)
Hazardous waste handling experience is helpful.

Entry Process:
 *Obtain and complete application.  (Applications are available Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
*Submit copies of high school diploma and grades, and/or G.E.D. certificate.
*Pass a physical exam.
*Submit references.
*Take and pass a general aptitude test.
*Take and pass a personal interview.
*Pass a drug screening test.

Contact:
Heat & Frost Insulators Local #17 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
(773) 247-1007
3850 S. Racine Avenue
Chicago, IL  60609
Coordinator:
 John Shine

 

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The information on this website has been collected and prepared by the Illinois Valley Construction Industry Labor/Management Program.  Every effort has been made by the Program to assure the accuracy of  the data.  The Illinois Valley Construction  Industry  Labor/Management Program makes no endorsement or recommendation of any of the apprenticeship programs described on this website.  The information contained on this website may be reproduced with appropriate credit given to the Illinois Valley Construction Industry Labor/Management Program.  All rights reserved.