G.E.D Certificate or equivalent. Apprentices earn while they learn, working on the job with journeymen. In addition, they attend classes of related technical instruction. The objective of the instruction, along with on the job experience. Is to train all-round journeymen.
Apprentices earn a percentage of an established journeyman wage rate, by classification.
All wage rates and conditions are subject to change without notice as per the collective bargaining agreement. Wage advances are possible once a year in the apprenticeship term. All apprentices are required to attend classes of related technical instruction and manipulative instruction. Apprentices are required to furnish their own transportation. Health and dental care, pension, vacation and holiday, prescription drug reimbursement and life insurance are provided as eligibility is established.