Pipefitter


A Pipe Fitter measures, lays-out, connects, installs and maintains process-piping systems. A Pipe Fitter may work on the following types of systems; Steam, Water, Air, Natural Gas, Chemical, Hydraulic, Heating Cooling, Refrigeration, etc.

Length of Apprenticeship:

Five (5) years—1,250 classroom hours.
1st year—Apprentice(s) works for a Union Contractor Monday–Friday and attends school on Saturday.
2nd & 3rd Year—Apprentice(s) works for a Union Contractor four days per week and attends school one day per week.
4th & 5th Year—Apprentice(s) works for a Union Contractor Monday–Friday and attends school one night per week.

Wage Information:

An Apprentice earns a percentage of the Journeyman’s wage. Specific wage information will be given to accepted applicants.

Benefits:
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Pension. Voluntary 401(K) Plan

Basic Requirements:

  • Applicant must be an American Citizen or in the process of naturalization.
  • Applicant must be 18 years of age (as shown by a birth certificate, copy to be submitted with application).
  • Applicant must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. (A copy of the diploma or G.E.D. with test scores must be submitted with high school transcripts).
  • Applicant must be physically able to perform the duties of the trade.
  • Applicant must pass a written test and oral interview. • Applicant must pass a drug test.
  • Applicant must have reliable transportation.
  • Work experience in construction, or working with mechanical equipment is helpful, but not necessary for acceptance.

Working Conditions:

Pipefitters work both indoors and outdoors in areas such as Industrial, Chemical, Power, Waste Water Treatment, Food Processing and Nuclear Plants, Hospitals, Residential, Commercial and Industrial Buildings.

Recommended Preparatory Classes:

  • General Mathematics
  • Algebra
  • Geometryrig.
  • Shop Classes
  • General Science

Entry Process:

Applications are available on the First & Third Wednesday of every month from 9:30 am–11 am at the following locations:

PIPEFITTERS’ TRAINING FUND L.U. 597 U.A.
221 East 21st Street
Chicago, Illinois 60616

Phone: 312-842-1115

Jerry F. Miller Apprentice Coordinator

PIPEFITTERS’ ASSOCIATION L.U. 597 U.A.
1301 Canal Street
Ottawa, Illinois 61350
Phone: 815-434-0282

Contact:
John Leen
Pipe Fitters Training Center Local Union 597

10850 W. 187th St.
Mokena, IL  60448


Phone: (708) 326-9240
Fax: (708) 326-9241


Email: jleen@pftf597.org

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