FOUR YEAR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
LOCAL 416
(Women and Minorities are urged to Apply)
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and must have the minimum of a high school education. At the time of making application, each applicant must present proof of age and proof of high school graduation, G.E.D. or DD-214 showing completion.
Applicants must appear in person to complete an application form.
Applicants must be physically able to do work normally performed in the trade.
No guarantee of employment is implied. Applicants that are accepted will be added to an existing eligibility pool only.
The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of apprentices during their apprenticeship shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, or sex orientation.
Applications are available every Thursday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the following location:
Field Ironworkers Apprenticeship and Training Program
5555 Fresca Drive
La Palma, CA 90623
(714) 228-9744
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This information contains the minimum requirements for EMPLOYMENT in the Ironworkers
Apprenticeship Training Program and Local Union 416.
TO APPLY YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING:
- Valid Identification
- Original High School Diploma or GED (If it is from another country or language it must be translated in English and notarized.)
- Reliable Transportation
REGISTRATION: Los Angeles
J.A.T.C. (Joint Apprenticeship Training Center)
5555 Fresca Dr.
La Palma, CA 90623 (North East corner of Fresca Dr & Walker)
Appications accepted on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month (1:00 pm to 4:00 pm) ONLY!
(714) 228-9744
jatc_la@ironworkers416.org
For questions concerning the school contact: The Los Angeles Apprenticeship Office.
REGISTRATION: Las Vegas
J.A.T.C. (Joint Apprenticeship Training Center)
2485 Marco St.
Las Vegas, NV 89115
Monday thru Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ONLY!
(702) 643-7991
jatc_lv@ironworkers416.org
For questions concerning the school contact: Rick Hipolito, Apprenticeship Coordinator Las Vegas
COMPLETING REGISTRATION:
Once you have made an application you will be provided a list of list of Signatory Contractors. After you have found a Contractor to sponsor you, the company will fax the letter of sponsorship to the Training Center (call the Training Center and make sure they received the letter). You will then return to the Training Center to finish the registration process.
IRONWORKERS LOCAL 416 HALL CLEARANCE:
At the conclusion of the registration process, you will be directed to immediately go to the Union Hall for Clearance.
- Fill out required documentation
- Pay your 6 week probationary member dues of $30 cash or money order only.
*NOTE-YOU CANNOT WORK FOR ANY CONTRACTOR OTHER THAN YOUR SPONSOR FOR YOUR 6 WEEK PROBATION. Should your sponsor not provide work contact the Union Hall and the Apprentice Coordinator.
DO NOT GO TO WORK WITHOUT LOCAL UNION CLEARANCE
INITIATION:
At the end of the six weeks you will need to bring your paycheck stubs to the 416 Union Hall. All apprentices should make an effort to have close to 240 hours for the 6 week period.
*NOTE: If you fail to initiate, you will be dropped from the Apprenticeship Program, and you will be unable to work.
INITIATION FEE 100.00
1 MONTH OF DUES 30.35
BLDG. TRADES 5.00
TOTAL $ 135.35 (CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY!)
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NECESSARY TOOLS:
Hard Hat, 7" Side Cut Pliers, 9" Diagonal Cut Pliers, Folding Wood Ruler, Diagonal Cut Pliers Pouch, Tie-Wire Reel Pad, Tool Pouch, Tie-Wire Reel, Tool Bag, Heavy-Duty Tie-Wire Belt, Safety Glasses, Wood Keel Holder, Leather Gloves, Work Boots
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Yet, increased employment is not enough for an equitable recovery.As the economy revives, new construction jobs must include middle-class career paths and training in skills for the green economy.
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Apprenticeship Promotion and Outreach
Ironworker Career "Community Outreach"
Reinforcing Ironworker's Local 416 promotes career opportunities at Apprenticeship Forums, High Schools, College Career Fairs, Adult Schools, Vocational Schools and Community Outreach Programs. If you are interested in having a display presentation at your event, please contact the Union Hall Office at (562) 868-1251 or email: mike@ironworkers416.org
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| Cerritos College |
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| Construction Careers Opportunities Forum |
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| California Construction Expo Los Angeles |
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| Norwalk Chamber of Commerce |
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| Apprenticeship Forum San Bernardino |
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| Glendale High School Career Fair |
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Unemployment Insurance for Apprentices attending one week training classes.
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