Apprenticeship – Finishing Trades – Glazier | Washington Career Paths

FINISHING TRADES

Glazier

Union

Glaziers prepare and install various types of glass, mirrors, metal framing and glass and aluminum doors and entrances in and on buildings at residential, commercial and industrial sites. Work is often performed with other trades people on new construction, remodeling and repair jobs. Hand and power tools are used during the preparation and insulation process.

SELECT AN APPRENTICESHIP LOCATION

International Union of Painters and Allied Trade

Local 188
Commercial Glazier

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
Physically able
High School diploma/GED
Pass math assessment
Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurability

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Contact training facility to schedule appointment to complete application.
Provide copy of diploma, transcripts, DD-214, driver’s license, proof of auto insurability, and I-9 Documents: social security card or birth certificate
* Veterans can apply through Helmets to Hardhats for fast-track to apprenticeship

Applicant Pool

Placed in pool of eligible applicants
Take math and physical assessments
Ranked based on application and veterans preference
Must contact training facility by first business day of every month to remain on list

Step 3: Start with local 188

Apprenticeship

8,000 hours / 4 years on-the-job training
Both require a minimum of 144 hours of education each year through

Wages

Start at 50% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 1,000 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.

Starting Hourly Base Rate:
$25.00 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: GLAZIERS ARCHITECTURAL METAL & GLASSWORKERS APPR COMMITTEE

International Union of Painters and Allied Trade

Local 188
Residential Glazier

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
Physically able
High School diploma/GED
Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurability

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Contact training facility to schedule appointment to complete application.
Provide copy of diploma, transcripts, DD-214, driver’s license, proof of auto insurability, and I-9 Documents: social security card or birth certificate
* Veterans can apply through Helmets to Hardhats for fast-track to apprenticeship.

Applicant Pool

Placed in pool of eligible applicants
Ranked based on application and veterans preference
Must contact training facility by first business day of every month to remain on list

Step 3: Start with local 188

Apprenticeship

6,000 hours / 3 years on-the-job training
Both require a minimum of 144 hours of education each year through

Wages

Start at 55% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 1,000 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.

Starting Hourly Base Rate:
$17.75 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

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International Union of Painters and Allied Trade

Local 740

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
High School diploma/GED
Employers may require valid driver’s license and/or drug screen test

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Apply at training facility during posted openings.
Provide copy of diploma/GED certificate and transcript, proof of age, and copy of DD-214
* Veterans can apply through Helmets to Hardhats for fast-track to apprenticeship.

Applicant Pool

Placed in pool of eligible applicants
Complete interview
Ranked based on interview, education, references, veterans preference

Step 3: Start with local 740

Apprenticeship

8,000 hours / 4 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 144 hours of education each year through

Wages

Start at 45% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 1,000 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.

Starting Hourly Base Rate:
$19.94 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

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Calculate Starting Pay With GI Bill ®

Estimated Wage Calculator

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*Contact union local for updated wage information.

GI Bill Usage Breakdown:
100% - 1-6 months
80% - 6-12 months
60% - 12-18 months
40% - 18-24 months
20% - 24-30 months
*Usage Optional

Eligible veterans in an approved Apprenticeship Program can use their GI Bill® benefit and receive a tax-free stipend on a monthly basis. The Post 9/11 GI Bill® stipend is the equivalent of the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) of an E-5 with dependents (based on the zip code of the training facility) which is paid addition to normal wages. Refer to the chart below to understand how Post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits are paid, or consult the VA website www.benefits.va.gov/gibill (Link) to see how other VA chapters are paid for Apprenticeship Training.