Sprinkler Fitters install, repair and maintain all types of fixed piping and automatic fire protection systems.
Length of Apprenticeship:
Five (5) years—Minimum of 1,080 hours of classroom study.
- Apprentices attend a 40-hour orientation.
- For approximately five years, apprentices spend one day every other week in the class room and four days receiving on-the-job training.
Wage Information:
1st 6 months 40% of journeyman wage
2nd 6 months 50% of journeyman wage
2nd year 55% of journeyman wage
3rd year 65% of journeyman wage
4th year 75% of journeyman wage
5th year 85% of journeyman wage
Journeyman Level 100% of journeyman wage
Benefits:
Health Insurance (after 600 hours), Pension (after six months), Vacation (immediate).
Basic Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. Certificate.
- Must pass a physical exam.
- Must pass a drug test.
- Must pass an aptitude test.
- Must pass an oral interview.
Working Conditions:
Sprinkler Fitters conduct 90% of their work from ladders and scaffolds. They work in all kinds of weather conditions.
Recommended Preparatory Classes:
Algebra, geometry, mechanical and architectural drawing, shop and physical education classes.
Abilities:
- Must be able to lift heavy objects.
- Must be able to work at high levels on ladders and scaffolds.
Work Experience:
(Helpful, but not necessary for acceptance.) Any type of construction site work is beneficial as well as work done in a pipe supply house or experience with welding of any kind.
Entry Process:
- Applications may be picked up at the training facility on the first Tuesday of every month from 9 am–Noon until further notice.
A $20 non-refundable fee must be paid to receive the application.
- Return application with all required materials by mail.
- Take and pass aptitude test.
- Take and pass oral interview.
- Eligibility list is formed according to the scores of the applicants.
- Once accepted, applicants must pass a drug screening and physical exam during orientation week.
Contact:
Sprinkler Fitters & Apprentices Union Local 281 Training
11900 S. Laramie
Alsip, Illinois 60658
Phone: (708) 597-1800
Coordinator:
John T. Zubrids
