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Pipefitters Apprenticeship

at Pipefitters Local Union 597

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About

Pipefitters are welding professionals who install new piping systems. They must possess a wide range of technical skills related to their profession. As a pipefitter, you will install and fix the pipe systems, as well as use different skills, tools, and equipment to mark the tools according to certain specifications and regulations.

Takes

12 Months

Costs

Leads to

$60.1k careers

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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinkler fitters.

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Hourly Wage

$37,250

$60,090

$101,190

$17.91

$28.89

$48.65

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Investigative

What skills and credentials will I gain?

Wage Information: An Apprentice earns a percentage of the Journeyman’s wage. Benefits:

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Pension
  • Voluntary 401(K) Plan Continuing Education:
  • All active members can keep their skills and certifications up to date by taking advantage of our continuing education courses offered at the Training Centers. To register for any classes, please login into your Union Fusion Dashboard or contact the Training Center directly.
Pipefitters Apprenticeship at Pipefitters Local Union 597

Admissions

   High school diploma or equivalency
   Acceptance exam
   Drug testing
   Driver's license
  • Registration will be open on the FIRST Wednesday of the month. (Online Registration Only) 
  • Applications will be administered on the SECOND Wednesday of the month. (By appointment Only)
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Congratulations on finding a program you're interested in! The first step is to follow the link to the program's application page. We'd recommend reaching out to Pipefitters Local Union 597 via their webform to answer any of your questions before enrolling. Good luck!

Contact

Who do I contact?

Pipefitters Local Union 597

10850 W 187th Street
Mokena, IL 60448