Apprenticeships
What is an Apprenticeship?
“Apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training (OJT) and related classroom instruction under the supervision of a journey-level craft person or trade professional in which workers learn the practical and theoretical aspects of a highly skilled occupation.”—Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Looking to step right into a good-paying job? In an apprenticeship, you can earn money while learning a trade.
Use the Career Connect Washington Directory to find a career exploration, preparation, or on-the-job learning opportunity near you.
Explore Apprenticeship: Learn more about apprenticeships in Washington, and why on-the-job learning might be right for you.
Find an Apprenticeship Program: Search for an apprenticeship program by county and occupation, by name, or by the employer on the LNI website.
The Washington College Grant provides financial aid to cover costs associated with select approved apprenticeship programs.
PRE-APPRENTICESHIPS
Pre-apprenticeships are supportive and hands-on training programs that help prepare people for entry and success in the building trades. These preparatory programs provide construction training and education, in addition to assisting with driver’s licensing, transportation, child care, budgeting, etc. The best part is if you show up and bring your best every day, they will help you get into a paid apprenticeship program.
Information from the 2019 Construction Apprenticeship Guidebook View Produced and compiled by City of Seattle City Purchasing and Contracting ServicesCarpenters
NW Carpenters Institute (NWCI) Pre-Apprenticeship
Fast-paced 3-week, trade-specific pre-apprenticeship program for carpentry:
Learn basic tool skills
Includes a strong basic on safety
Teaches the latest industry trends
Graduates have preferred entry into carpenters apprenticeship
Minimum Qualifications:
18 + (17 years old may also apply with parent's permission)
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficient in math
Familiar with hand and power tools
Confident reading a tape measure
Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment
Application Process:
Contact the program staff for more information on how to apply to the pre-apprenticeship program
Cost:
Training is free
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
Contact:
253-437-5235
Training Office: 20424 72nd Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
www.NWCI.org
Cement Masons
JATC Pre-Apprenticeship
Two-plus weeks of training
Includes hands-on projects
Industry certifications: OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR
Direct entry into Cement Masons Apprenticeship
JATC and member of Local 528 Cement Masons upon successful completion
Minimum Qualifications:
Driver’s license
Second form of ID (Social Security card or passport)
Clean drug test
High school diploma or GED
Application Process
Attend a required one-day selection event where you will compete for a position based on punctuality, mental and physical abilities, a good attitude and strong work ethic
Pick up application in person or complete online: www.opcmia528.org
Pass drug test
Submit documentation of: Education, Training, Work experience
Cost:
Training is free
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
Contact:
206-762-9286
concretetraining@trowelout.com
Training Office: 6737 Corson Ave. S., Building D-116, Seattle, WA 98108
www.opcmia528.org
Ironworkers
Ironworkers Pre-Apprenticeship
Ironworkers craft and classroom curriculum
Industry certifications offered
4-week training program
Direct entry into Ironworkers Apprenticeship upon successful completion
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Driver’s license
Social Security card or I-9 verification
Clean drug test
Preferred Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Application Process:
Varies by cohort and work demand. Call for information.
Vehicle registration for reliable transportation – can be in any name
Complete full-day physical try-out
Cost:
Training is free
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
Contact:
206-244-2993
greg@nwiw.com
Training Office: 4550 S. 134th Place, Suite 101, Tukwila, WA 98168
www.iw86appr.org
Construction-PACE
Pre-Apprenticeship & Construction Education (PACE) - A Program of ANEW
Multiple trade skills taught in construction shop
Employment skills (resumes, interviews, etc.), life skills (budget, teamwork, etc.) and construction math taught in classroom
Industry certifications offered
11-week training program
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Clean drug test
Preferred Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license
Application Process:
Attend orientation (call for schedule)
Complete phone interview
Attend PACE tryout
Cost:
Training is free
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
Contact:
PACE Training Program Manager
206-947-5362
PACE@anewaop.org
Training Office: 7543 63rd Ave. NE, Building 5B, Seattle, WA 98115
www.anewaop.org
Construction-PACT
PACT-Seattle Central College Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training
Multiple trade skills taught in construction shop
Employment skills (resumes, interviews, etc.) life skills
(budget, teamwork, etc.) and construction math taught in classroom and shop
Industry certifications offered:
11-week training program
Offered quarterly
College credit
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Clean drug test
Preferred Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license
Application Process:
Attend information session (Wednesdays from 1 - 2:30 PM,
Fishbowl Conference Room)
Complete all documents
Register through Seattle Central College
Apply for Workforce Funding
Cost:
Training is free
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
Contact:
206-934-2943
PACT.Central@seattlecolleges.edu
Training Office: Wood Technology Center, 2310 S. Lane St., Seattle, WA 98144
http://svi.seattlecolleges.edu/pre-apprenticeshipconstruction-training-pact/
Trades Rotation Program
Trades Rotation Program - A Program of ANEW
Offers female-only cohorts
Offers 18-24-year-old cohorts
Technical and employment skills
Trades Rotation Program is 11 weeks of training, 3 days a week, and includes field trips to apprenticeship programs and construction sites
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Clean drug test
Preferred Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license
Application Process:
Attend orientation (see schedule at www.anewaop.org)
Bring: Driver’s license & Social Security card
Cost:
Training is free
College credits may be available through South Seattle College. If eligible, tuition assistance available through BFET, TANF, RISE and WIOA.
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
Contact:
Trades Rotation Program Manager
206-381-1384
info@anewaop.org
Renton Office: 550 SW Seventh St., B305, Renton, WA 98057
Kent Facility: 808 Washington Ave. N., Kent, WA 98032
www.anewaop.org
Job Corps
Free 10-month training for 16-24 years old and low-income U.S. residents
Be physically capable to do the work
Concrete flatwork, scaffolding erection, forklift certification, OSHA training and physical preparation
Clean drug test
Student stipends offered
Contact:
Barry Hawley
Hawley.Barry@jobcorps.org
http://curlew.jobcorps.gov/
YouthBuild - Multiple Trades
YouthCare’s YouthBuild
6-month training program
GED preparation courses and testing/high school diploma support
Drivers preparation offered
Multiple trade skills taught (including carpentry, electrical and plumbing)
Employment skills, life skills and construction math taught in classroom
Two terms college credit and 3-5 industry certifications offered (Forklift, Flaggers, OSHA 10)
Intensive case management services offered (substance abuse support, housing assistance, etc.)
Minimum Qualifications:
18-24
Low Income
No high school diploma or GED*
Driver's license not required
Application Process:
Attend an information session (Wednesdays and Fridays at 12 PM, SSC Georgetown, Building B, Room 118). Call to confirm date and time.
Complete application
Provide copy of ID and birth certificate or Social Security card
Provide proof of BFET eligibility (verification of food stamps or subsidized housing)
Take a baseline GED exam
Complete a pre-program interview
Complete two-week physical try-out
Cost:
Training is free
In-program certifications and exams (such as GED) are free
Biweekly student stipends and other incentives (such as ORCA card) offered
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation (ORCA card provided)
Contact:
206-295-2580
youthbuild@youthcare.org
Training Office: South Seattle College (SSC), Georgetown Campus, 6737 Corson Ave. S.. Building B, Room 118, Seattle, WA 98018
www.youthcare.org/node/2546
UNION APPRENTICESHIPS
Once you are in an apprenticeship training program, you are officially an apprentice, working on a construction site, learning your trade and getting paid. You EARN while you LEARN. It takes about four years for apprentices to become experienced journey-level workers. They reach journey level by learning from experienced workers on the job site and taking classes. Apprentices get regular pay raises at each step along the way, plus benefits and a pension.
Information from the 2019 Construction Apprenticeship Guidebook View Produced and compiled by City of Seattle City Purchasing and Contracting ServicesBoilermakers 104
Represented by the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local 104
Boilermakers are complete metal fabricators in shops and shipyards. They work with steel, aluminum and other metals to fabricate boilers off-site that get delivered to construction sites. While they weld ships, bridges, garbage dumpsters, etc., their focus is mainly on the maritime industry.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license or other state- or federal-issued ID
Clean Drug Test
Application Process:
Applications accepted Wednesdays from 9:30 – 11 AM
Complete an assessment
Once placed in the candidate eligibility pool, you may be called in for an interview
Candidates in the eligibility pool may seek their own employment as an apprentice
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $25.45 Total (Wage + Benefits)
Journey Workers $36.36 Total (Wage + Benefits)
Contact:
Mark Eaton
206-624-4707
apprenticeship@boilermakerslocal104.org
Training Office: 6770 E. Marginal Way S., B122, Seattle, WA 98108
For more information click HERE.
Boilermakers 502
Represented by the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local 502
Boilermakers are complete metal fabricators on construction sites. They work with steel, aluminum and other metals. Their work includes new construction, repair and maintenance of things like boilers, cranes, tanks, pipelines, cable-ways, pressure vessels and structural frames. They rig and lift loads with rope, steel cables and chains, operate power tools and may work in extreme temperatures.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license or other state- or federal-issued ID
Clean Drug Test
Application Process:
Applications are handed out at the training office on the first Wednesday of every month from 1 - 5 PM
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $27.02 Wage + $29.19 Benefits = $56.21 Total
Journey Workers $38.60 Wage + $29.19 Benefits = $67.79 Total
Contact:
253-435-0330
502local@comcast.net
Training Office: 16621 110th Ave. E., Puyallup, WA 98374
For more information click HERE.
Bricklayers & Craftworkers
Represented by the Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC) Local 2 WA/ID/MT Apprenticeship and Training - Western Washington Masonry Trades
Masonry trades include bricklayers, tile setters, pointercleaner-caulkers, refractory, marble setters, terrazzo, workers and finishers. Professionals in each craft work inside and out at substantial heights and ground level.
Most of their work involves finishes; some is structural, and all crafts require attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills. Their beautiful, finished surfaces last for years.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license or other state- or federal-issued ID
Social Security card or I-9 verification
Clean Drug Test
Application Process:
Application must be filled out and turned in on the same visit
Bring driver’s license, high school diploma or GED and Social Security card
Qualifying veterans may use their GI bill
Pass drug test
Complete pre-job training
Pass basic math test
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Bricklayers, Refractory, Marble Masons,, Pointer-Cleaner-Caulkers
Starting Apprentices $22.35 Wage + $15.07 Benefits = $37.42 Total
Journey Workers $40.64 Wage + $16.68 Benefits = $57.32
Tile Setters, Terrazzo Workers, Marble Finishers
Starting Apprentices $22.12 Wage + $13.86 Benefits = $35.98 Total
Journey Workers $36.87 Wage + $15.74 Benefits = $52.61
Contact:
206-768-8333
lowell@nwmasonrytraining.org
Training office: 6737 Corson Ave. S., Building D, Room 115, Seattle, WA 98108
www.levelupnw.org
Carpenters
Represented by the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters (PNWRCC) Locals 30, 41, 70, 96, 129, 196 and 816
Multiple training programs are offered within the carpenters training program. General carpenters lay out, measure, cut, erect and join materials. Interior systems professionals install acoustical ceilings, metal framing and wall partitions. Millwrights install and repair machinery like compressors, turbines and monorails. Piledrivers drive piling into the earth to ensure buildings are stable. Scaffold erectors build and maintain scaffolding. Shipwrights repair and renovate boats. Trade show workers and floor coverers are also carpentry crafts. Insulators insulate buildings with vapor barrier, spray foam insulation, and install batting. This is a two-year program.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Driver's License
Clean Drug Test
Application Process:
Fill out application - online at www.nwci.org
Attend 8-hour trade orientation, including hands-on assessment and math exam
Attach valid and current: Résumé, Training documents (pre-apprenticeships, classes, certifications), Work experience documents (check stubs, W-2s). Military documents (DD214, ID Card)
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $26.35 Wage + $16.12 Benefits = $42.47 Total
Journey Workers $43.92 Wage + $16.12 Benefits = $60.04 Total
Basic skills and wages vary by carpentry craft.
Contact:
425-235-2465
cgaudio@nwci.org
Training Office: 3000 NE Fourth St., Building L, Renton, WA 98056
253-437-5235
djohnson@nwci.org
Training Office: 20424 72nd Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
www.nwci.org
Cement Masons
Represented by the Cement Masons and Plasterers of Washington Local 528
Concrete is the most widely used building material. Cement masons place and finish concrete on roads, buildings, bridges and more. They set forms for concrete. They can make concrete look like any natural material such as slate, brick, wood or stone with colors, stains, polishes and stencils.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license or other state- or federal-issued ID
Social Security card or I-9 verification
Clean Drug Test
Application Process:
Pick up application in person or complete online:
www.opcmia528.org
Pass drug test
Submit documentation of: Education, Training. Work experience
Attend Survival Day Selection Event
Selected candidates must complete two-week pre-construction training
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $25.58 Wage + $17.44 Benefits = $43.02 Total
Journey Workers $42.63 Wage + $17.44 Benefits = $60.07 Total
Contact:
206-762-9286
concretetraining@trowelout.org
Training Office: 6737 Corson Ave. S., Building D, Seattle, WA 98108
www.opcmia528.org
Drywall Finishers
Represented by the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) Local 364
Drywall finishers fill joints between drywall panels with mud, tape all joints and corners, and prepare drywall to be painted. It includes caulking, firestop and air barrier installation. Walls, soffits and columns are prepared to high levels of finish with extensive sanding. To work on ceilings and elevated areas, installers and tapers stand on stilts, ladders or scaffolds.
Minimum Qualifications:
17+
Application Process:
Apply at training office
Applications available during business days
Applicants interviewed and ranked within a pool of eligible candidates
Applicants must contact training office on or before first business day of every month to remain on list
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $20.17 Wage + $18.98 Benefits = $39.15 Total
Journey Workers $40.34 Wage + $18.98 Benefits = $59.32 Total
Contact:
206-762-8332 ext. 1003
ericp@ftinw.org
Training Office: 6770 E. Marginal S., Building E Room 102, Seattle, WA 98108
www.ftinw.org
Electricians
Represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 46
Inside wiremen install the power, lighting and controls in commercial and industrial buildings. Limited energy technicians install circuits and equipment for low voltage systems like phones, computer networks and security systems. Residential wiremen install electrical systems in houses.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license
Social Security card
Birth certificate or proof of legal employment status
Clean drug test
Application Process:
Submit application on-line: www.psejatc.org
Submit valid and current documents: Résum Training (pre-apprenticeship, classes, certifications Work experience (check stubs, W-2s) Military (DD214, ID card)
Complete:
Electrical Training ALLIANCE (ETA) Aptitude Test . Math for Inside Wireman –C or better in algebra OR 75%+ on test. Math for Limited Energy Technician - C or better in algebra AND pass test.
In-person interview
Background check
Physical exam
Agility test
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Residential Wireman
Starting Apprentices: $16.20 Wages + $5.41 Benefits = $21.61 Total
Journey Workers: $27.00 Wages + $10.46 Benefits = $37.46 Total
Limited Energy Technician
Starting Apprentices: $17.30 Wages + $ 9.95 Benefits = $27.25 Total
Journey Workers: $31.67 Wages +$13.80 Benefits = $45.47 Total
Inside Wireman
Starting Apprentices: $20.04 Wages + $10.99 Benefits = $31.03 Total
Journey Workers: $50.09 Wages + $22.30 Benefits = $72.39 Total
Contact:
425-228-1778
info@psejatc.org
Training Office: 550 SW Seventh St., Renton, WA 98057
www.psejatc.org
Elevator Constructors
Represented by the International Elevator Constructors Local 19
Elevator constructors assemble, install, maintain and replace elevators, escalators, chairlifts, moving walkways and similar equipment in buildings. Elevator constructors must adhere to a zero tolerance substance abuse policy.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+ High school diploma or GED
Valid photo ID
Clean drug test
Application Process:
Apply online: https://www.neiep.org/Careers.aspx
Online applications accepted for 20 days in January 2019
Upload copy of high school transcript, diploma or GED
Pass an examination designed to test the applicant’s reading, math skills and aptitude
Take tool assessment designed to assess knowledge of basic tools and measuring
Pay a $25 testing fee on test day
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $26.21 Total (Wage + Benefits)
Journey Workers $91.24 Total (Wage + Benefits)
Contact:
206-282-4885
smcginty@neiep.org
Training Office: 2264 15th Ave. W., Seattle, WA 98119
www.iuec19.org
Floor Layers
Represented by the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) Local 1238
Carpet, linoleum and soft tile layers measure, cut and install carpet, artificial turf, linoleum, soft tile, vinyl, wood, etc. in offices, homes, stores and many other structures. They work with plans and blueprints and have the math skills to measure, estimate and install materials for the best possible finished product.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Valid I-9 employment verification documents
Must be able to perform the work of the trade with or without reasonable accommodations
Minimum score of 80% on the FTINW Math Assessment
Application Process:
Apply at training office
Applications available each Tuesday and Thursday by appointment
Applicants placed in a pool of eligible candidates
Applicants must contact training office on or before the first business day of every month to remain on list
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $17.50 Wage + $7.77 Benefits = $25.27 Total
Journey Workers $31.82 Wage + $17.61 Benefits = $49.43 Total
Contact:
206-762-8332
toddp@ftinw.org
Training Office: 6737 Corson Ave. S., Building E, Room 102, Seattle, WA 98108
www.ftinw.org
Glaziers
Represented by the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) Local 188
Glaziers, architectural metal and glass workers are responsible for cutting, installing, and replacing all types of glass and architectural metal. Glaziers work in commercial, industrial and residential buildings — from skyscraper sides, storefronts, automatic doors to residential windows and bath enclosures. Glaziers are in good shape, have a good sense of balance and solve math problems quickly.
Application Process:
Apply at training office
Applications available year-round by appointment only
Applicants placed in a pool of eligible candidates
Applicants must contact training office on or before the first business day of every month to remain on list
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
Be able to work at heights
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $22.62 Wage + $12.37 Benefits = $34.99 Total
Journey Workers $48.63 Wage + $17.42 Benefits = $66.05 Total
Contact:
206-762-8332
dougw@ftinw.org
Training Office: 6770 East Marginal Way S., Bldg E, Rm 102, Seattle, WA 98108
www.ftinw.org
Heat & Frost Insulators
Represented by the International Association of Heat & Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 7
Heat and frost insulators will become skilled in the installation of mechanical insulation, fire stopping, asbestos and lead mitigation or abatement, and soundproofing materials.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license
Social Security card
Clean Drug Test
Helpful courses include:
Math
Mechanical drawing
Blueprint reading
Metal and electrical shop work
Application Process:
Must apply in person
Bring: High school diploma/GED, Letters of reference, Résumé, Job-related certifications
Apprentices must attend all training classes
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $44.37 Total (Wage + Benefits)
Journey Workers $73.58 Total (Wage + Benefits)
Contact:
425-235-7827
lnettekoven@RTC.edu
Training Office: Renton Technical College, Bldg L, Rm 101, 3000 NE Fourth St., Renton, WA 98056
www.local7insulators.org
Ironworkers
Represented by Pacific NW Ironworkers Local 86
Ironworkers erect the structural framework for high rise buildings, bridges, etc. They place reinforcing steel in concrete forms for roadways, foundations and structures. Welding, ornamental, rigging and machinery moving are also a part of this trade. Ironworkers perform rigorous manual labor and work at high elevations.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Driver’s license
Social Security card or proof of legal employment status
Vehicle registration
Proficient in English
Clean Drug Test
Application Process:
Applications are accepted year-round, on the last Tuesday of every month from 9 AM - 12 PM
Additional application acceptance days may be added, as needed, to meet demand of the trade
Applications must be filled out and submitted in person
Applicants must provide original documents: Driver’s license, Social Security card or proof of legal employment status, Proof of dependable transportation, Résumé, DD214 (veterans only)
Applicants wishing to receive extra points can provide the following documents at time of application: High school diploma/GED, College transcripts, Trade school transcripts, DD214, W-2s, pay stubs of previous work experience, Professional letters of recommendation, Welding certifications.
Applicants must keep their address and phone number current
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices: $24.49 Wage + $11.03 Benefits = $35.52 Total
Journey Workers $40.81 Wage + $28.47 Benefits = $69.28 Total
Contact:
206-244-2993
james@iw86appr.org
Training Office: 4550 S. 134th Place, #101, Tukwila, WA 98168
www.iw86appr.org
Laborers
Represented by the Laborers International Union of North America Local 242
Laborers Local 242 prepare construction sites by eliminating hazards, digging trenches, drilling, lagging, tunneling, laying pipe, performing traffic control, laying asphalt on heavy highway projects, mixing and placing concrete and setting bracing to support excavations. They load, unload and distribute materials. They also support many other craft workers with fireproofing, mason tending, carpentry tending, asbestos, demolition, shotcrete and hazardous waste removal. Positions include concrete foremen, pipe foremen, safety supervisors, hazardous material supervisors and asbestos supervisors.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Driver’s license
2nd form of ID (Social Security card or passport)
Clean Drug Test
High school transcript that shows completion of 10th grade, GED, high school diploma, or equivalent from other country
Application Process:
Complete application
4-5 hour orientation (call for dates, times and location)
Take assessment test: construction, hand and power tools, machinery, safety, reading and math
Submit documentation of achievement for extra credit: Education, Training, Work experience certification (pay stubs, W-2s)
Complete in-person interview with coordinator
Selected candidates must complete one-week of pre-construction training and pass drug test
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $22.36 Wage + $11.63 Benefits = $33.99 Total
Journey Workers $37.27 Wage + $11.63 Benefits = $48.90 Total
Contact:
206-441-0470 or 800-452-0671
Training Office: 22323 Pacific Highway S., Des Moines, WA 98198
www.laborerslocal242.com
Operating Engineers
Represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Locals 302 & 612
Operating engineers operate the bulldozers, motor graders, backhoes, paving machinery and cranes that help to form highways, site infrastructure and skylines. They work mines, dig wells, survey sites, pave and grind roads, drill and hoist steel and slabs. They also do the final grading as well as maintain/repair machinery. Operating engineers may travel up to 80 miles or more to job sites.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High School Diploma or GED*
Driver’s license (DD-14 if necessary for veteran credit)
Social Security card or I-9 verification
Proficient in English
Clean Drug Test
Pass physical exam
Complete math and reading tests
Application Process:
Applications due in November for selection and training the following spring
Applications are available at www.oetraining.com or from the training office
Qualified applicants will be notified of time and place to appear for interview
Top applicants are required to complete one-week safety and orientation training in Ellensburg
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $27.78 Wage + $19.02 Benefits = $46.80 Total
Journey Workers ($40.01–$45.73) Wage + $19.02 Benefits = ($59.03–$64.75) Total
Contact:
509-968-3203
jatc@oetraining.com
Training Office: 16921 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg, WA 98926
www.oetraining.com
Painters
Represented by the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) Local 300
Painters first prepare a variety of surfaces (wood, masonry, drywall, plaster, concrete, metal) prior to the application of paint, high performance coatings, waterproofing, fireproofing and decorative finishes. They then apply decorative and protective finishes in residential and commercial settings. Painters work on marine vessels, commercial buildings, residences, and industrial plants and bridges.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Driver’s license
Proof of auto insurance or insurability
Clean drug test
Score 80% or higher on the FTINW math assessment test
High school diploma/GED required after one year in the program
Application Process:
Apply at the training office by appointment on Tuesday or Thursday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Applicants are then interviewed and ranked
Applicants must contact the training office on or before the first business day of each month
Journey-level applicants urged to apply with IUPAT Painting Locals 300 (Seattle and north) and 164 (Tacoma and south)
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $18.33 Wage + $9.22 Benefits = $27.55 Total
Journey Workers $30.55 Wage + $11.95 Benefits = $42.50 Total
Contact:
206-762-8332
davej@ftinw.org
Training Office: 6770 E. Marginal Way S., Building E, Seattle, WA 98108
Click HERE for more information.
Plasterers
Represented by the Plasterers and Cement Masons of Washington Local 528
Plasterers provide the interior and exterior finishes on walls of buildings and homes, using primarily hand tools and a wide variety of materials. They make finishes look like wood, stone, block and marble. Machines are also used to apply plastering materials, but handcraft skills are the majority of the work. They use conventional plaster, veneer plaster, stucco, weather barriers, exterior insulated finish systems, fireproofing and more products. Must be in physical shape and have good balance, eyesight and hearing. Plasterers work indoors and out. They are required to work from height on scaffolding, swing stage and lifts.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+ High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license
Second form of ID (Social Security card or passport)
Clean drug test
Application Process:
Pick up application in person or complete application online: www.opcmia528.org
Pass drug test
Submit documentation of: Education, Training, Work experience
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $24.22 Wage + $9.24 Benefits = $33.46 Total
Journey Workers $39.20 Wage + $17.34 Benefits = $56.54 Total
Contact:
206-762-9286
concretetraining@trowelout.org
Training Office: 6737 Corson Ave. S., Building D, Seattle, WA 98108
www.opcmia528.org
Plumbers & Pipefitters
Represented by the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 32
Plumbers install piping for water systems, drain, waste and vent systems, irrigation, water mains, bathroom accessories and gas. Steamfitters assemble and install pipe to carry water, steam, compressed air, gases, etc. HVAC/refrigeration fitters install, maintain and service refrigeration, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems. Marine fitters install and maintain plumbing and pipefitting on ships.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma or GED
Clean drug test
Math qualifications: Provide transcripts showing a grade of B or better in an algebra course taken within the last year, either through high school or college; OR Accuplacer: 80 points or better in algebra test
Application Process:
Applications are taken year-round, but check with program for hands-on testing and interview deadlines
Apprentices accepted twice a year, in the fall and summer
Bring documentation of minimum qualifications to the training office
Complete the application in the office from Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 4 PM
Applicants will receive hands-on testing date at the time of application
Applicants must complete hands-on testing to be given an interview at a later date
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $32.96 Wage + $11.94 Benefits = $44.90 Total
Journey Workers $59.21 Wage + $24.48 Benefits = $83.69 Total
Contact:
425-271-5900
heather@seattlepipetrades.org
Training Office: 595 Monster Road SW, Suite 100, Renton, WA 98057
www.seattlepipetrades.org
Roofers
Represented by the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers & Allied Workers Local 54
The work of roofers and waterproofers consists of all roofing, damp and waterproofing systems, air barrier systems or products whenever the primary function of such systems or products is to prevent the intrusion or migration of moisture.
Application Process:
Fill out application at training office
Attach: Résumé, Training (pre-apprenticeships, classes, certifications), Work experience (check stubs, W-2s), Military (DD214, ID card)
Attend two-hour trade orientation
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $19.83 Wage + $13.17 Benefits = $33.00 Total
Journey Workers $36.05 Wage + $15.47 Benefits = $51.52 Total
Contact:
206-728-2777
officesarap@avvanta.com
Training Office: 2800 First Ave., #320, Seattle, WA 98121
www.rooferslocal54.com
Sheet Metal Workers
Represented by SMART, the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers, Local 66
Sheet metal is any metal that can be formed into flat pieces. These metals include cold rolled steel, mild steel, stainless steel, tin, nickel and copper. Sheet metal workers cut, roll, bend and shape these pieces into HVAC system ductwork, medical tables, building facades, etc. After fabricating their products, sheet metal workers install what they created. Sheet metal work also includes service and maintenance of HVAC equipment and testing, adjusting and balancing of HVAC systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma or GED
Driver’s license
Social Security Card
Proof of auto insurance
Clean drug test
Applicants accepted into the HVAC service technician or HVAC test, adjust & balance programs must have a current: Washington state electrical training certificate OR Washington state electrical certification
Application Process:
Applications must be filled out at www.wwsmjatc.org
Within 30 days, submit: Driver’s license, Social Security card, High school transcript or GED scores, Proof of auto insurance
Applicants will be scheduled for a math and reading exam
Qualified applicants will be scheduled for an interview and placed on ranked eligibility list
Apprentices are accepted as needed based on: Interview score, Physical testing score, Clean drug test, Geographic availability, Timely response to contact from apprenticeship
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up on early day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $24.15 Wage + $14.77 Benefits = $38.92 Total
Journey Workers $53.67 Wage + $28.84 Benefits = $82.51 Total
Contact:
425-438-1406
info@wwsmjatc.org
Training Offices: 11813 Beverly Park Road, B-1, Everett, WA 98204 and 2725 Williamson Place, Suite 100, DuPont, WA 98327
www.wwsmjatc.org
Sprinkler Fitters
Represented by the United Association of Sprinkler Fitters Local 699
Sprinkler fitters install, test, inspect and maintain all types of fire suppression systems. They take great pride in the craftsmanship that goes into these systems that save lives and property. Whether it’s a residential home, high rise, commercial building or a heavy industrial plant, they do it all.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High school diploma and official sealed transcript or GED and test scores
Washington State Driver's license
Clean drug test
Application Process:
Must apply at the training office
Bring official, sealed high school transcript or GED
Call apprenticeship coordinator for appointment
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $19.93 Wage + $10.17 Benefits = $30.10 Total
Journey Workers $49.82 Wage + $27.57 Benefits = $77.39 Total
Contact:
206-764-0395
school699@outlook.com
Training Office: 6737 Corson Ave. S., Building B #133, Seattle, WA 98108
www.ualocal699.org
Teamsters
Training Washington and Southern Idaho Teamsters since 1982
Teamster construction truck drivers deliver sand, gravel, crushed rock, concrete and other materials to construction sites. They also haul dirt and other excavated materials away from construction sites. They drive dump trucks and trailers of all sizes and types including truck and pup, side dump, belly dump, water truck and sweeper truck. Apprentices will obtain a class A commercial driver’s license and must learn to perform complex backing skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
Driver’s license
Proficient in English
Clean drug test
Clean driving record
Application Process:
Applications are accepted year-round
Classes are held in the spring/summer each year
Pick up application in person or complete online at www.teamsterstraining.org
Choose a geographical area (western or eastern Washington)
Attend 4-hour orientation/interview (passing score required)
Selection based on the results of the interview
Selected candidates must complete unpaid six-week Commercial Driver License (CDL) course and provide a current Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certificate
Applicants must keep their phone number and address current
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
2018 Hourly Wages:
Starting Apprentices $24.94 Wage + $18.77 Benefits = $43.71 Total
Journey Workers $35.63 Wage + $18.77 Benefits = $54.40 Total
Contact:
509-545-8297
melissag@teamsterstraining.org
Training Office: Teamsters/AGC Training Center
2410 E. St. Helens St., Pasco, WA 99301
www.teamsterstraining.org
OTHER APPRENTICESHIPS
Open-Shop Apprenticeships
Construction Industry Training Council (CITC) of Washington
CITC offers open-shop apprenticeship training programs for:
Carpenters
Electricians
Construction electrician
Residential wireman
Low energy/sound communication technician
HVAC technicians
Laborers
Operators
Painters
Plumbers
Sheet metal workers
Minimum Qualifications:
18+
High School diploma or GED
Washington driver's licence (operators and laborers only)
Application Process:
Fill out application
Electrical, heavy equipment operators, plumbing and sheet metal applicants take and pass the Scheig Utility Worker
Test - $35 fee
Submit high school diploma/GED and transcripts, proof of age and other minimum qualifications
Interviews are scheduled with respective committee once minimum qualifications are met
Need to Succeed:
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up on early day
Be physically capable to do the work
Show up early every day
Work well with others
Be ready to learn
Enjoy hands-on work
Have reliable transportation
Take direction well
Take a clean drug test
2018 Hourly Wages:
Contact CITC for current wage scales.
Contact:
425-454-2482
info@citcwa.org
Training Office: 1930 116th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
www.citcwa.org
City of Seattle Apprenticeships
Seattle City Light Apprenticeship
Apprentices are full-time Seattle City Light employees and are represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 77
Trades: Lineworkers, cable splicers, electrician constructors, generation electrician constructors and meter electricians
Pay:
Starts at $30 an hour
Increases with experience and knowledge
For more information about apprenticeship programs and the application process, go to www.seattle.gov/light/careers/apprentice
Seattle Public Utilities
Apprentices are full-time Seattle Public Utilities employees and are represented by United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 32 or Public Service and Industrial Employees Local 1239
Trades: Water pipe workers and drainage and waste water collection workers
Pay:
Water pipe workers start at $27.52 (apprentice) - $33.66 (journey) an hour
Drainage and waste water collection workers start at $26.13 (apprentice) - $30.74 (journey) an hour
Increases with experience and knowledge
For information about apprenticeship programs and the application process, go to www.seattle.gov/util/aboutus/careers/apprenticeshipopportunities
To review all City employment openings, go to www.seattle.gov/jobs and click “Job Openings.” For assistance, email careers@seattle.gov.
Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing
Why Choose a Career in Aerospace and Manufacturing?
In Washington State, *132,500 people have a good paying career in aerospace manufacturing. Over the next five years, the state will need 7,200** additional aerospace workers to build thousands of new products, such as airplanes, to replace a large number of aerospace workers who are retiring soon and to keep up with new technology.
This booming industry provides steady jobs with high-paying wages to people looking for a long-term career.
Learn about:
Find out if you have the skills to become an aerospace and advanced manufacturing apprentice and how to get started with AJAC.
K.C. Metro Apprenticeship
Apprentices are full-time King County Metro Transit employees and represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union 587 or the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 77
Trades: Transit heavy duty bus mechanics, transit building operating engineers, light rail electrical workers
Pay:
Starts at $25 an hour
Increases with experience and knowledge
For more information about apprenticeship programs and the application process, go to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/transportation/metro/about/jobs.aspx
To review all County employment openings, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs and click “Job Openings.”
ANEW Apprenticeships
Are you in search of a high-paying career?
Here are five good reasons to start your career as an apprentice:
Earn a paycheck while you learn. Start at $20-30+/hr your first day!
A secure future. Being highly skilled will lead to greater job opportunities and a higher salary.
Careers that start with an apprenticeship are in high demand.
The chance to be your best. You’ll learn a skilled trade from a master craftsman.
There are apprenticeships in nearly every field you can imagine!
ANEW is a trusted partner in the construction industry. We offers pre-apprenticeship programs, employment navigation, and financial support for individuals who desire a family wage career in the construction industry.
To learn more about our programs and services, attend an upcoming info session.
FAQs
What is apprenticeship? Is an apprenticeship a job?
Yes! Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, mentorship, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential.
What job can I get as an apprentice?
Apprenticeships are available in a variety of industries, such as aerospace, advanced manufacturing, construction, energy and marine technology.
Examples of careers include:
Aircraft mechanic
Automotive mechanic
Bricklayer
Carpenter
Cement mason
Information adapted from: Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. (2012). A Parents’ Guide to Apprenticeships.
How do I become an apprentice?
Make sure you meet the requirements. Generally, these include:
High school diploma
Specified abilities (may require math)
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Find a program and apply.
Each program has unique procedures for applying.
To learn more about the process, talk to your high school counselor/career specialist or visit apprenticeship.lni.wa.gov
How long are apprenticeship programs?
The length of an apprenticeship program can vary depending on the employer, complexity of the occupation, industry, and the type of program.
How much would I get paid as an apprentice?
Apprentices earn money while in the program; the pay increases as they progress. Upon graduation, they become “journey-level” workers. Starting apprentice – minimum $18/hr + benefits (e.g.medical, dental and vision)
For example, Seattle City Light apprentices earn at least $30/hr to start. Journey-level worker (apprenticeship graduate) – minimum $30/hr + benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision and retirement)
For example, King County plumbers and pipe fitters earn around $77/hr while cement masons in Yakima earn $40/hr.
Information adapted from: Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. (2012). A Parents’ Guide to Apprenticeships.
What's the difference between apprenticeships & internships?
Generally speaking, differences between internships and apprenticeships include:
Length of Time: Internships are usually short-term (1-3 months) and apprenticeships are longer-term (1-3 years).
Structure: Apprenticeships include a structured training plan, with a focus on mastering specific skills an employer needs to fill an occupation within their organization. Internships aren’t structured and often focus on entry-level general work experience.
Mentorship: Apprentices receive individualized training with an experienced mentor who walks them through their entire process. Internships do not always include mentorship.
Pay: Apprenticeships are paid experiences that often lead to full-time employment. Internships are often unpaid and may not lead to a full-time job.
Credential: Apprenticeships lead to an industry-recognized credential. Internships typically do not lead to a credential.
College Credit: Internship and apprenticeship experiences may both lead to college credit, although some apprenticeship programs will lead to a debt-free college degree.
