Apprenticeship
| Steamfitters Local 638
offers a comprehensive training program for all
members. The Apprenticeship program typically runs
for five-years with a graduated pay scale.
Apprentices are trained bi-weekly from 8AM-4PM. |
Training Divisions:
Building Trades
Servicefitters (Metal Trades) |
When
you're away from the classroom, Apprentices work in the
field, so you earn while you learn!
On the job training with the best hands in the business
means that at the end of your five years as an apprentice
you will be a master craftsman/woman in the steamfitting and
sprinkler fitting industry.
Steamfitters Local 638 members are found on all commercial
and industrial projects including school construction jobs,
stadiums, powerhouses, hospitals and universities.
Union benefits go beyond our excellent healthcare coverage
and wages. As a union member your wages and benefits are
guaranteed through the collective bargaining process.
Many people don’t know that if you work without a contract
in ANY INDUSTRY, your employer can change your job
description at will. They can even change your salary or
decide that you are not eligible for overtime pay.
As a union member, your contract spells out your working
conditions, which go far beyond your wages. Health and
safety issues are clearly addressed in the contract, and you
are provided with representation in the case that your
rights are violated by an employer.
Our Training Center is located in Queens and the contact
information is as follows:
Training Center - Building Trades
Steamfitters' Industry Training Center
48-03 32nd Place
Long Island City, NY 11101
Phone: (718) 706-0218
Fax: (718) 706-0251
Training Center - Servicefitters (Metal Trades Branch)
Steamfitters' Industry Training Center
48-03 32nd Place
Long Island City, NY 11101
Phone: (718) 472-0414
Fax: (718) 433-0676
Click Here to visit
the primary website for the HVAC/R Service Technicians
Training Center where you can find information about
upcoming training classes and certifications.
Apprenticeship Recruitment Process
When are applications accepted?
Applications are accepted during a recruitment process which
typically takes place every 3-5 years. The next
process is expected be held in or about 2010. If
you're interested in applying, check our site regularly for
notices of when we're accepting applications.
Applicants must apply in person, be at least 18 years of
age at the time of indenture, a high school graduate or
equivalent, and have a valid driver’s license. Copies of the
following documents must be submitted with the application.
Please note: photocopy service will not be available.
- HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED
- HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT OF GRADES OR GED TEST RESULTS
- DD-214 (Military Discharge) if applicable
ALL APPLICANTS MUST PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST.
Additional information will be given to applicant at the
time of application.
Director of Education
Thomas Goodwin
Click Here to visit the
Training page which will go into detail, the different
training/apprenticeship programs offer by Steamfitters Local
638.
Apprenticeship News and Pertinent Information
Apprentice Events
No upcoming events at this time. Please check back later.
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