Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship is both an ancient tradition and a highly-effective modern training method, particularly for those choosing to work in the exciting and increasingly technical construction industry.

LU # 475's apprentices learn through both classroom and on-the-job training in what is considered by many to be the best construction industry apprentice program in the world. The five-year apprenticeship period is divided into one-year segments, each of which includes 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and a minimum of 216 hours of related classroom instruction.

All training programs are run through United Association local joint training committees in specific cities or regions, and are overseen by National Joint Training Committees. One of the things that makes the UA training program so successful is that we view it as a joint partnership between labor and management.

Apprenticeship is not an easy time, apprentices must work the same hours as journeymen plus attend classes. Yet, this can be a highly rewarding career path for an individual who is motivated to learn the piping trade and become an active member of a proud and noble trade union.

To contact the Apprenticeship Coordinators you can call the Training Center for information at (908) 754-8994.

Apprenticeship News and Pertinent Information

	ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPRENTICESHIP RECRUITMENT Wed, Feb 1, 2012 Recruitment2012.pdf CLICK RECRUITMENT 2012 FOR INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS
	10 HOUR and 30 HOUR OSHA TRAINING CLASSES Mon, Jan 30, 2012 Mechanical Contracting Industry Council of New Jersey will be conducting  10 hour OSHA training and 30 hour OSHA training classes.
	Click Here to View a Video about the UA Pipefitting/Steamfitting Sector Fri, Feb 16, 2007 The attached video discusses the pipefitting/steamfitting sector and opportunities with the United Association.
	Click Here to View a Video about the UA HVAC Service Industry Fri, Feb 16, 2007 Click on the headline to watch the video which discusses the HVAC Service Industry and opportunities with the United Association.
	Click Here to View a Video about the UA Welding Program Fri, Feb 16, 2007 The attached video discusses the Welding sector and opportunities with the United Association.