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Steamfitters Local 602 Apprenticeship Program
The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee’s program, affiliated with the UA Mechanical Trade School, offers an advanced apprenticeship in steamfitting. This program, established in 1944, allows apprentices to earn while learning, receiving both salary and comprehensive benefits that increase annually. By providing over $25,000 worth of tuition-free education, the program ensures apprentices are not only financially compensated but also highly trained without incurring debt. Graduates emerge as certified journeymen steamfitters, well-equipped for high-paying roles in one of the most skilled mechanical trades. Requirements for applicants include a high school diploma or GED, passing scores on math and drug tests, and demonstrated computer skills, ensuring all participants are ready for the demands of this rigorous training.
Responsibilities
Skills Needed
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Apprenticeship Program Details
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Length
5 years
Training
Combination of on-the-job training and formal classroom instruction at the UA Mechanical Trade School in Landover, MD, or Springfield, VA.
Curriculum
Extensive hands-on experience in steamfitting alongside courses at a leading trade school, fully funded by the program.
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Wages
Apprentices start at 47% of the journeyman rate, earning $23.63 per hour plus benefits in the first year, with progressive wage increases each year, culminating in a journeyman wage of $50.27 per hour and $74.26 with benefits upon program completion.
Work alongside experienced tradespeople.
Attend and succeed in classroom courses.
Progress through various stages of apprenticeship with increasing responsibilities and skills.
Responsibilities
Mechanical aptitude and interest in math and science.
Ability to comprehend and apply technical knowledge.
Strong work ethic and teamwork abilities.
Computer literacy and proficiency in basic math.
Skills Needed
Steamfitters