Apprenticeship
Directory
A Directory to
Apprenticeship Programs in the Illinois Valley
Plumbers plan, ready, install and maintain water supply, sewer, drain, waste and vent piping, fixtures, and other apparatus in order to bring water supply in and remove waste from commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. Note: Plumber apprentices and journeyman must be licensed by the State of Illinois. Using building plans and specifications, Pipefitters plan, ready, install and maintain heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Five (5) Years – Minimum of 1,080 hours of classroom instruction and a minimum of 1,800 on-the-job hours per year.
*Apprentices
work on-the-job five days a week.
*Apprentices attend school at night and on Saturdays
during all five years of the program.
Wage
Information:
First year apprentices are on probationary status. Apprentices earn
a percentage of the Journeyman's wage rate. Wages increase as the
level of expertise increases. Specific wage information will be
given to accepted applicants.
(View
current wage rates )
Benefits:
Health and
Welfare Insurance and Pension
*Must be at least 18-years old or 17 and a senior in high school.
*Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D. Certificate and official test results).
*Must show proof of age.
*Must have a valid driver’s license at time of selection.
*Must take an aptitude test.
*Must take an oral interview.
*Must have a photo I.D.
*Will be subject to drug and alcohol testing before entering the program.
*Will be subject to a physical examination.
Working
Conditions:
Plumbers and
Pipefitters work in all types of
weather and environments
(cold, hot, wet,
muddy, etc.).
Recommended
Preparatory Classes:
Mathematics,
drafting/mechanical drawing, and industrial/vocational arts classes.
Abilities:
*Must be able to lift heavy objects and be
physically able to perform the work of the
trade.
*Must be able to work in confined spaces.
*Must be dependable, transporting him or herself to the job on time and
ready to work everyday.
*Must
have a good attitude and must be willing to learn.
*Must work in and sometimes dig ditches.
*Must have excellent work ethics.
*Must
be able to get along well with others.
*Must be able to work at high levels from
scaffolds and ladders, climbing at times to excess of hundreds of
feet.
Previous experience working with construction, welding, or with a plumbing contractor or supply house is beneficial.
Entry
Process:
*Complete
application at the office and submit all required materials within
the time specified.
(Check
local
newspapers for dates or call the office at the number
below .)
*Take an aptitude test.
*Successful applicants will then be interviewed by the committee.
*Applicants are ranked by total score from selection process.
*Applicants are drawn beginning with the highest rank.
Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union #422 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
(815) 725-0278
2114 S. I-80 Frontage Road
Joliet, IL 60436
Tony Deklerk
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