ARCHITECTURAL METAL TRAINEE SCHOOL FOR LOCAL 63 IRONWORKERS

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Length of Apprenticeship:

Four (4) years - minimum of 8, 000 hours of on-the-job training.

Apprentices attend school twice a week for three hours a night from September - May.

Apprentices also work five days a week receiving on-the-job training.
 

Basic Requirements:

Must be at least 18 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 a physical exam.

Must pass a drug test.

Must be able to speak and understand the English language.

Wage Information:

1st year                  60-65% of journeyman’s wage

2nd year                 70-75% of journeyman’s wage

3rd year                 80-85% of journeyman’s wage

4th year                  90-95% of journeyman’s wage

(Specific wage information will be provided to accepted applicants.)

 

Abilities:

Must be able to lift heavy objects.

Must be able to work at high levels.

Must have a good attitude.

Work Experience: (Helpful, but not necessary for acceptance.)

Familiarity with any type of construction work is beneficial.

 

Entry Process:

Complete application and pay a $25.00 non-refundable fee.

Take and pass a general aptitude test.

Take and pass an oral interview.

Applicants who pass the aptitude test and follow all the above are placed on an eligibility list according to scores.

Apprentices are chosen from this list.

Please Note: Applications are accepted for a two week period every two years. Please check with the Calender of Events page for more information.

 

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A.M.T.S. Local 63