Apprenticeship – Sheet Metal Worker I | Washington Career Paths

SHEET METAL WORKER

Union

Sheet metal workers fabricate, install and service heating, venting and air conditioning systems, blowpipe and industrial systems, metal roofing, coping and flashing, stainless steel work for restaurants, kitchens and hospitals. They prepare shop and field drawings manually and with computer programs. They also provide HVAC/R service.

SELECT AN APPRENTICESHIP LOCATION

SHEET METAL WORKERS UNION LOCAL 55

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

1) 18 Years Old
2) Physically able
3) High school diploma or GED
4) Valid driver’s license
5) Must pass drug screen test

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Contact the apprentice coordinator to set up application appointment
Provide copy of DD214, diploma, transcripts, and I-9 Documents: driver’s license, birth certificate
Complete basic math and reading test

Applicant Pool

Interview scheduled
Ranked based on interview, testing, work experience, training, and veterans preference

Step 3: Start with local 55

Apprenticeship

9000 hours/5 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 200 hours of education each year through:
OR OR

Wages

Start at 50% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 900-1800 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6-12 months) and required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.

Starting Hourly Pay:
$19.50 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: SE WASHINGTON-NE OREGON SHEET METAL TRAINING TRUST

SHEET METAL WORKERS UNION LOCAL 55

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

1) 18 Years Old
2) Physically able
3) High School diploma/GED
4) Valid driver’s license
5) Must pass drug screen test

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Submit application at local union office weekdays 0800-1100 and 1300-1600
Provide copy of DD214, diploma, transcripts, and I-9 Documents: driver’s license, birth certificate
Complete basic math and reading test

Applicant Pool

Interview scheduled
Ranked based on interview, testing, work experience, training, and veterans preference

Step 3: Start with local 55

Apprenticeship

9,000 hours / 5 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 218 hours of education each year through

Wages

Start at 50% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 5% pay increase after every 900 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) and required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.

Starting Hourly Pay:
$18.56 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: NE WASHINGTON-N IDAHO SHEET METAL AC

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.