What Is An Apprentice?
An apprentice is a worker who learns a craft through planned, supervised work on the job in
conjunction with receiving planned related technical instruction. Apprentices are taught the
proper use, care, and safe handling of the tools and equipment used in connection with their
work. Furthermore, while working on the job and acquiring an important skill, an apprentice is a
regular part of the work force. Apprentices are required to pursue a course of study or enroll in
classroom instruction in subjects related to the trade to complement on the job training.
Admission Requirements:
Transcript of high school grades, copy of high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
Each applicant needs to provide the Joint Apprenticeship Committee with a copy of his/her birth
certificate. A personal interview and three character references are required. An aptitude and a
physical ability test will be given and applicant must reside in the jurisdiction of Ironworkers
Local Union No. 549 which consists of: Monroe, Muskingum, Guernsey, Harrison, Jefferson,
and Belmont counties in Ohio, Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel, Tyler, Harrison,
Monongalia, Barbour, Taylor, Preston, and Randolph counties in WV, and the western section of
Greene and Washington counties in PA. (consult local union for exact boundaries).
General Qualifications:
Applicants shall not be less than 18 years of age. Applicants must be physically capable of
performing the work of the trade. Must be able to climb and cannot be afraid of heights. Be
willing to travel to various job sites within the jurisdiction as stated above.
Government Recognized Training:
Apprentices are ensured proper training by both Federal and State Governments. These agencies
establish basic requirements of sound training that must be met for apprenticeship programs to
receive government recognition. Sponsors must adhere to those requirements in operating their
programs. Likewise, apprentices must live up to their obligations under their indenture
agreement, Apprentices who successfiully complete their training in such programs are certified
as journeyman by a government-issued certificate of completion. The United States Department
of Labor’s Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training assists in the formulation and implementation
of these apprenticeship standards.
We will begin accepting applications in August, 2007. Please contact the Union Hall at (304) 232-2660
for more information. If interested in applying for our Apprenticeship Program, you will need to bring your
Drivers License, Social Security Card, Birth Certificate, High School Diploma or equivalent, High School transcript,
and a $20 application fee.
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