Apprenticeship Directory
 A Directory to Apprenticeship Programs in the Illinois Valley

                                                                                         

PIPEFITTER

The Pipefitter lays out piping systems for their construction and installation; supporting pre-fabricated  items;  assembling equipment and appurtenances (both new and  existing); and maintaining  the systems  and equipment.   Systems that  a pipefitter  works on  may  include;  steam, condensation, water,  drain  lines, air, gas, chemical, hydraulic, lubrication, heating and refrigeration, and process piping.  Pipefitters work in industrial, chemical, power, and wastewater treatment plants; as well as refineries, hospitals, and most commercial and residential buildings.
Length of Apprenticeship:  
Five (5) Years – Minimum of 1,250 classroom hours

*1st year– Apprentices work Monday – Friday with a union contractor and attend school on Saturdays.
*2nd & 3rd years– Apprentices work with a union contractor four days a week and school one day per
  week.
*4th & 5th years– Apprentices work Monday – Friday with a union contractor school one evening per
  week.

Wage Information:
Apprentices earn a percentage of the Journeyman's wage rate.  Specific wage information will be given to accepted applicants.
(View current wage rates )

Benefits:
Health Insurance, Pension

Basic Requirements:
*$20.00 non-refundable application fee for each application (cash or money order).
*Copy of birth certificate.
*Copy of high school diploma or a G.E.D. certificate with G.E.D. scores.
*Official copy of high school transcript.
*Valid driver's license.

Working Conditions:
Pipefitters work both indoors and outdoors and in all types of weather conditions.  Work is frequently performed at high altitudes or in tunnels below ground. 

Recommended Preparatory Classes:
Reading, mathematics, science, algebra, geometry, and shop classes.

Abilities:
*Must not be afraid of working at high altitudes.
*Must be able to work in confined spaces.
*Must be able to maintain good grades and attendance.
*Must have a good work ethic.

Work Experience: (Helpful, but not necessary for acceptance.)
Experience with jobs in construction that require using motor skills or working with mechanical equipment is useful.

Entry Process:
*Applications must be completed on site.
*Applications are available on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 8:00 am -12:00 pm.
*Applicant must supply a 3-year work history, if applicable.  Information needed is:
 Name of employer, employer address/phone numbers and name of supervisor.

Contact:
Pipefitters Training Center Local #597
(708) 326-9240
10850 W. 187th Street
Mokena, IL  60448
Coordinator:
John Leen

 

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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.