Apprenticeship...THE FOUNDATION OF A QUALIFIED WORKER
It is through our local unions’ apprenticeship training
programs that we are able to develop a skilled, diverse
workforce for New York State’s construction projects.
What is an Apprentice?
An apprentice is a training-level employee who works in the
building and construction trades while also attending
classes to learn industry skills and safety techniques.
Wages for an apprentice increase over the course of this
training, which lasts from two to five years depending on
the trade. An apprentice who graduates to journey-person is
recognized as a well-qualified worker who can command the
best wages and benefits.
What are the qualifications to become an apprentice?
Qualifications to become an apprentice include a strong
foundation of math and literacy skills, a high school
diploma or an equivalency diploma, and the ability to
successfully complete an aptitude test. Additionally a
qualified candidate will be physically fit, drug-free, have
access to reliable transportation, and have proof of
citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S.
What are the benefits of Apprenticeship Training and
Union Membership?
Apprenticeship training provides individuals with the skills
needed to compete economically and work safely. Union
members of the building and construction trades typically
receive higher wages and better benefits than those employed
by non-union contractors. As an example, union members of
the building and construction trades in New York City earn
an average of $11 more than those employed by a non-union
contractor.
Information about how to apply to various apprenticeship
programs in the building trades can be found on the NYS
Department of Labor’s website at:
http://www.labor.state.ny.us/pressreleases/ApprenticeshipArchive.shtm
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