Careers and Trades
Bricklayers
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Building Trades & HVAC Service and Maintenance
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Sprinkler Fitters
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Sheet Metal Workers
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Riggers, Machinery Movers
& Machinery
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Boilermakers
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Electrical Workers-
Line Maintainer
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Carpenters
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Electrical Workers
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Ironworkers
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Cement Masons & Plasterers
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Operating Engineers
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Chicago Stagehands
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a skilled craftsperson?
Paid, on-the-job training, earn as you learn.
Classroom hours to learn skills for trade
2-5 years as an apprentice before becoming a journeyman
Why choose the apprenticeship path?
The trades are for people that like to work with their hands, enjoy a variety of challenges on the job and like to see the results of their work.
Who can be an apprentice?
Anyone-trades has people from all ages and backgrounds including graduates, military veterans and people who want to change their careers.
How much does an apprenticeship program cost?
There might be some cost for the classes.
What can you expect as a union apprentice?
Apprentices are tough and so is the work they do.
Must be physically fit
Able to do the work
Expect to work in all kinds of weather
Be on time and ready to work everyday
Be drug free
Expected to have reliable transportation
Can an apprenticeship be a career path?
An apprenticeship is the first step in your career. After years of being an apprentice, you can become a journey level supervisor, project manager, estimator, business owner.
Is safety a priority?
Yes-safety is a priority! Learning to work safely is an essential part of the training. Safety instructions are provided every morning.