Plasterers finish interior walls and ceilings by using a one, two or three coat system. They install insulated finish systems, apply stucco to exterior walls and ceilings, and soundproof and fireproof buildings.
Length of Apprenticeship:
Four (4) years.
- Apprentices begin by attending pre-apprenticeship training. Classes are held eight hours a day, Monday–Friday.
- Apprentices attend classroom instruction one day per week for the remainder of the program while receiving on-the-job training.
Wage Information:
1st six months 50% of journeyman’s wage
Six months–1 year 55% of journeyman’s wage
1 year–1 1/2 years 60% of journeyman’s wage
1 1/2 years–2 years 65% of journeyman’s wage
2 years–2 1/2 years 70% of journeyman’s wage
2 1/2 years–3 years 75% of journeyman’s wage
3 years–3 1/2 years 80% of journeyman’s wage
3 1/2 years–4 years 85% of journeyman’s wage
Journeyman Level 100% of journeyman’s wage
Benefits:
Health & Welfare, Pension
Basic Requirements:
- Must be at least 17 years old.
- Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must pass an aptitude test.
- Must pass an oral interview.
Working Conditions:
Plasterers work inside and out. Work may be somewhat seasonal.
Recommended Preparatory Classes:
Mathematics, mechanical drawing, science, and shop classes.
Abilities:
- Must be able to lift heavy objects.
- Must be able to work at high levels from scaffolds and ladders.
- Must be able to handle a large amount of bending and stretching.
Work Experience:
(Helpful, but not necessary for acceptance.) Familiarity with construction work of any kind.
Entry Process:
- Complete application. (Applications are taken on an as needed basis. Check newspapers or the IDES (page 5) for more information.)
- Take and pass an aptitude test.
- Take and pass an oral interview.
- Combination of the above are used to determine a candidate’s eligibility.
- Applicants are then chosen from eligibility list.
Contact:
Journeyman Plasterers P. & B. Society Local Number 5
5613 West 120th Street
Alsip, Illinois 60803 Phone: 708-489-9900
Fax: 708-489-9810
Coordinator:
John Manley
