Must live with the jurisdiction area covered by Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 773, which is Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties.
Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate "copy must be included with your application."
Must possess a valid driver's license.
The applicant must be of good moral character and be physically able to perform the work of the trade.
Applicants must have a valid New York State driver’s license and dependable transportation. (Bring license with you and time of application).
Successfully complete a scheduled New York State Department of Labor aptitude examination.
Appear for an interview when notified.
Abide by all the rules and regulations set by the Joint Apprentice Training Committee.
Building Trades Apprenticeship Program Information
Instruction covers the installation of commercial and industrial process piping systems. Welding certification plays a big part in the education process in this program.
Apprenticeship is 5 years long, with the first year considered probationary
Classes are held 3 nights a week through the school year, which runs September through May.
You will need to purchase text material for use in related training classes as required
Work will be done under the supervision of a journeyman for your on the job training
Pay is set at a percentage of the going Journeyman rate, with a 10% raise each year.
Fringe benefits are provided from the first day of work.
Job Description
Assemble, install and maintain pipes that carry water, steam, compressed air, gases and fluids which are needed for manufacturing, heating and cooling
Work is done on high and low pressure pipes, power stations, refrigeration systems and environmental controls
Reading of blueprints to determine the layout of piping, valves, fixtures and controls
Welding of pipes from 1” to 10” made of materials that include carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, plastic, and other special alloys
Tools used include reamers, drills, gas torches, welding equipment, pipe cutters, benders and threaders
Working conditions are both inside and outside in all types of weather. Workers can be exposed to heat, cold, fumes, chemical and toxic odors. The working activities are both active and strenuous which may include much walking, prolonged standing, reaching and lifting, and having to be in cramped or otherwise uncomfortable positions.
Follow detailed instructions of a vast range of skills and be able to solve mathematical problems accurately.
Application Information
Effective January 2012, applications are available the second Monday of each month between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. ONLY. The application must be completed and returned no later than 12:00 p.m. the Friday of that week along with copies of your Driver's License, High School Diploma or GED Certificate, and if applicable, College Transcript and Military transfer card or discharge form DD-214, and any other certifications you have. There is no application fee.
Applications may be obtained from:
Glens Falls Area
Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 773
30 Bluebird Road
South Glens Falls, NY 12803
