Apprenticeship
Trade School Facts
The U.A. Mechanical Trade School is 60,000 square foot
facility located on a 9 acre site. Currently there are over
250 Apprentices attending classes that range from Safety and
Math to Computer Aided Drafting. These classes are staffed
by 30 highly qualified Instructors who ensure that the
program delivers the finest level of training.
Trade School Address & Phone Number
UA Mechanical Trades School
8509 Ardwick-Ardmore Road
Landover, Maryland 20785
Phone: (301) 322-8810
Fax: (301) 322-5363
Training
The training provided at the Plumber's Local #5
Apprenticeship School is recognized throughout the United
States and Canada. The U.A. (United Association of Plumbers
and Pipefitters of the United States and Canada) provides
training material and class outlines to all affiliated
Apprentice Training Programs.
Once Apprentices graduate from the Program, they are
able to work as Plumbers in other areas of the country when
employment opportunities present themselves, or they can
relocate entirely should the need arise.
Apprentices receive required certification classes and
obtain Journeypersons Licenses.
- Medical Gas Certification
- Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention
- CFC Certification
- Welding Certification
- OSHA/Safety Certifications
- Journeyworker Plumbing License
- Journeyworker Gasfitter License
- Diversity Awareness
- CPR/First Aid
- 32 College Credits
Plumber Apprentices assist experienced Plumber
Journeypersons in the installation and servicing of plumbing
systems. The Apprentices are paid for this full- time
employment. Their hands-on training, along with related class
instruction provide apprentices with all the experience
and training for a lifelong career in the plumbing
industry.
Ladder of Success
Each year an Apprentice works and attends related training
classes increases the value of the apprentice to the
employer. The pay structure is based on the Journeypersons
hourly wage with increases of 10% for most years completed.
- 1st year - 47% rate - $17.70 an hour or $35,400.00 a
year
- 2nd year - 55% rate - $20.72 an hour or $41,440.00 a
year
- 3rd year - 65% rate- $24.49 an hour or $48,980.00 a
year
- 4th year - 75% rate - $28.25 an hour or $56,500.00 a
year
- 5th year - 80% rate - $30.14 an hour or $60,280.00 a
year
The current rate for licensed Journeypersons as of August 1st 2009
is $37.67 an hour or $75,340.00 a year in your pocket. This
does not include the fringe benefit package which raises the
total wage of a licensed journeyperson plumber to $52.49 an hour or $104,980. The annual wages are
based on a 2,000 hour year. In addition to these wages the
Apprentice receives benefits including Medical Coverage,
Pension Plan and Retirement Savings. By providing a
structured wage progression the apprentice is able to plan
out their future and receive the benefits of hard work and
determination.
Selection of the Best
There is no shortage of candidates for the Apprentice
Program. Each year a limited number of applicants are
accepted. This ensures those applicants have a good
opportunity to remain employed throughout their
Apprenticeship and that all Apprentices receive consistent
quality of training. Qualified applicants are selected
into the apprenticeship program based on three factors: test
scores, personal experience form (PEF) scores, and letter of
recommendation. A rank order list is then prepared based on
the total number of points, and admitted into the program
based on the rank list. If selected for
Apprenticeship, final acceptance will be contingent on
ability to pass drug and background screening.
The Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship Fund admits
students of any race, sex, color, national and ethnic origin
to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities
generally accorded or made available to students at the
school. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex,
color, national or ethnic origin to administration of the
educational and admissions policies and programs and other
apprenticeship school administered programs.
Application for Apprenticeship
The Washington, D.C. Joint Plumbing Apprenticeship Committee
(JATC) accepts applications for the Apprentice Program the
first Tuesday of October, January, April, July. Between the
hours of 7:00am and 12:00 noon. Applications must be made in
person at 8509 Ardmore-0Ardwick Road, Landover, Maryland
20785
Applications must be made in person at the U.A. Trade School
located at:
8509 Ardwick-Ardmore Road
Landover, Maryland 20785
Phone: (301) 322-8810
Fax: (301) 322-5363
Requirements:
- Minimum age of 18 at the time of application
- High School Diploma or GED
The following documentation must be presented at time
of application:
- Birth Certificate or Passport
- Valid Driver's License or Valid State issued
identification card
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate
- Transcript of Grades (sealed
school envelope or raised
school seal) or GED Test Scores
- If you have a transcript from another country, you
must have your Embassy verify in writing that it is
equivalent to U.S. High School standards.
Upon completion of your application, you will be eligible
to take an aptitude test the same day starting at 1:00 p.m.
with a maximum time limit of 4:00 pm.
If you would like to purchase a study guide you
may do so by sending a $15.00 money order to:
GAN Human Resources Associates Inc.
P.O. Box 6111
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
*You must have all of the
required documents with you at time of
application along with your $20.00 non-refundable application fee,
which is payable
by cash or money order only.
EARN WHILE YOU LEARN
FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS CALL:
(301) 322-8810
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