IW 732 Apprenticeship Application

Ironworkers Apprenticeship Program Information

The apprenticeship program through Local 732 is a three-year program consisting of 6,000 hours of on-the-job training (OJT) and 612 hours of classroom instruction.

Ironworkers are trained in multiple areas of work all of which you must be in good physical condition to do. Some examples of these are:

Structural Steel Erection	Scaffold Use	Precast Safety & Erection
Welding, flame cutting & plasma arc cutting	Pre-engineered Metal Building Systems	Rigging & Machinery Setting
Post-tensioned Reinforcing	Blueprint Reading	Ornamental Erection
Reinforcing Concrete	Fencing Installation	Forklift Operation

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements: 18 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license, and be a high school graduate or have obtained a GED/Equivalency.

Please submit the following with your completed application:

Initialed Apprentice Expectations & Requirements (pg 2)
Signed Standards of Excellence (pg 6)
Copy of driver’s license & identifying documentation (click here for a list of acceptable documents
Copy of High School Diploma/GED and school transcripts (schools will mail them upon request)

Any supporting documentation for any courses taken or prior work experience (i.e., vocational/trade school, military, college courses, or any other applicable training)

If selected there will be an initiation fee of $37.75 which is your 1st month of union dues. After initiation your monthly dues will also be $37.75

If you have any other questions about the Ironworkers Apprenticeship, please do not hesitate to contact our Apprenticeship & Training Coordinator by phone or email.

Brian Rigby / Apprenticeship & Training Coordinator

Phone: (208) 232-4873 office / (406) 498-8877 cell

Applications are accepted via this online form, in-person, or by mail to either of our offices.

1700 N. Harrison Ave. Pocatello, ID 83204

2 Oak Ave. East Helena, MT 59635

The Pacific Northwest Ironworkers and Employers Apprenticeship and Training Trust’s recruitment, selection, employment and training of preapprentices, apprentices, and other students shall be without discrimination because of race, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or as otherwise specified by law. The Trust shall take positive action to provide equal opportunity to all students and will operate its programs as required by state law and Title 29, Part 30 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

APPRENTICE EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Please carefully read and understand the following statements:

1) All apprentices will report to the Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (JATC)

2) Apprentices must complete 6,000 hrs of OJT & 612 hrs of classroom instruction before graduating to Journeyman status.

3) You may be moved from one employer to another at any time to further your training

4) As an apprentice you may not quit any job or decline any job offered (either will result in disciplinary action from the JATC, up to & including dismissal from the program)

5) Apprentices are expected to be ready and able to work throughout our geographical jurisdiction, which includes Idaho, Montana, and portions of Nevada & Wyoming
6) To receive scheduled wage increases every 6 months apprentices are required to:
- Submit a monthly hour log sheet for your on-the-job training
- Maintain regular communication with the Apprenticeship Coordinator
- Attend all required classroom instruction (204 hours per year)
- Submit for any pre-employment or random drug screens (failure to do so or a non-negative test result, will result in disciplinary action from the JATC, up to and including dismissal from the program)
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for any job you are sent to (failure to do so will result in disciplinary action from the JATC, up to and including dismissal from the program)
- Remain current on monthly union dues Pay off any outstanding tool balances within 90 days of issuance
Initial here if you have read and understand the items above.*
APPLICATION

Please complete the form below
First Name*
Middle
Last*
Street Address*
City*
State
Zip*
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Place of Birth (City, State)
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?*

YesNo
Social Security Number*
Cell Phone Number*
Email
example@example.com
Do you have an automobile?*

YesNo
Are you registered to vote?*

YesNo
If No, would you like to register?

YesNo
Have you ever been convicted of a crime? (excluding minor traffic violations) NOTE: Prior criminal offenses will NOT disqualify you from our program.*

YesNo
If you are currently on supervised probation/parole, or have a recent felony conviction, please briefly describe below.
Only one regional jobsite has restrictions on some prior convictions.
Have you ever served in any branch of the military?*

YesNo
Branch
Service Length
Currently Active?

YesNo
Eligible for GI Bill? (If yes, this money is available to use during your apprenticeship)

YesNo
EDUCATION
Are you a high school graduate?*

YesNo
GED or Equivalency?

YesNoN/A
Highest educational level completed*
What other education / training do you have that would benefit you in this trade?
Do you have any current certifications (OSHA, MSHA, Forklift, etc) that apply to this trade? (Please supply copies to the union)
CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE
1) Are you able to work in:
High places*
Temperature extremes*
Confined spaces*
Dusty conditions*
2) Why have you chosen this trade for your career?
3) Do you know the type of work involved in this trade and the working conditions?
4) Why do you want to learn a skilled trade?
5) Are you willing to maintain good standards of personal grooming and wear reasonable clothing/footwear at all times during your apprenticeship?

YesNo
6) Is there anything preventing you from being able to travel for work?

YesNo
If yes, please explain.
7) Do you like to work with people?

YesNo
8) Do you have good communication skills?

YesNo
9) Do you understand that your training/work schedule may interfere with your social / leisure activities?

YesNo
REFERRAL
How did you hear about our apprenticeship program?
Have you discussed an apprenticeship with anyone?
REFERENCES/EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Please list three persons, not relatives, who have know you for a period of at least 3 years.
Name*
Phone*
Years known*
Occupation*
Address
Name*
Phone*
Years known*
Occupation*
Address
Name*
Phone*
Years known*
Occupation*
Address
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

List employers below beginning with current or most recent.
Employer
Phone
Address
Dates Employed (month/year)
to (month/year)
May we contact this employer?

YesNo
Employer
Phone
Address
Dates Employed (month/year)
to (month/year)
May we contact this employer?

YesNo
Employer
Phone
Address
Dates Employed (month/year)
to (month/year)
May we contact this employer?

YesNo
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the information I have provided in response to the questions on this application are correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I make this statement to the Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee with the understanding that the information that I have provided will be used by the Committee in the selection process. I further understand that any false statement or omission of material fact may be sufficient cause for rejection of my application or dismissal after my indenture.
Signature*

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Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Ironworker's Standards of Excellence
The purpose of the Ironworkers’ Standards of Excellence is to reinforce the pride of every Ironworker and our commitment to be the most skilled, most productive and safest craft in the Building Trades.

As Union Ironworkers, we pledge ourselves to uphold our word, as given through our Collective Bargaining Agreement, and display the professionalism expected of our trade and Union in all aspects of our employment as exemplified by the values engrained in our Standards of Excellence.

It is a commitment to use our training and skills, each and every day, to produce the highest quality work worthy of our name and consistent with the collective bargaining agreement.

As an Iron Worker member, I agree to:

1. Adhere to my responsibilities under the Collective Bargaining Agreement for start and quit times, as well as lunch break times.

2. Allow my Representatives to handle any disagreements or breaches by refusing to engage in unlawful job disruptions, slowdowns or any activities that affect our good name.

3. Respect the Customer’s and Employer’s rights, property and tools as I do my own.

4. Meet my responsibility to show up every day; outfitted for work and fit for duty without engaging in substance abuse.

5. Cooperate with the Customer and Employer to meet their statutory, regulatory and contractual responsibilities to maintain a safe, healthy and sanitary workplace.

6. Do my best to work in a manner consistent with the quality, productivity and safety of every task that I am assigned.

7. Do my best to help every co-worker return home safe at the conclusion of every shift.

The Ironworkers’ Standards of Excellence will increase the pride, the productivity and the craftsmanship of every Ironworker throughout North America. This commitment will improve work place conditions, increase work opportunities, and help maintain our wages, benefits and standard of living. In addition, the Standards of Excellence will help our signatory employers complete their projects on time, on budget with no injuries or accidents.

In accordance with Article XXVI of the International Constitution, charges may be preferred against any member for violations of the Ironworkers’ Standard of Excellence, including but not limited to the following reasons:
- Taking a job referral and not reporting to work.
- Failing pre-employment qualifications.
- Discharged for excessive absenteeism
Fines for the first offense shall be no less than $100.00 or no more than one (1) day’s pay including fringe benefits and working assessments.
Signature*

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Last (4) digits of Social*
Today's Date*

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DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

We are required to report applicant demographic information to the Federal Department of Labor (DOL) annually for Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

This information is monitored by the DOL to ensure that no prospective applicant is discriminated against because of race, religion, national origin, or gender identity.

Furnishing this information is voluntary and not a requirement to apply.
Applicant Name
Gender

MaleFemaleOtherPrefer not to disclose
RACE

American Indian or Alaskan NativeAsian or Pacific IslanderBlack or African AmericanWhite or CaucasianTwo or more racesPrefer not to disclose
ETHNIC GROUP

Hispanic OriginNot of Hispanic Origin
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Ironworkers Apprenticeship Program Information

APPRENTICE EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

APPLICATION

EDUCATION

CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE

REFERRAL

REFERENCES/EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

CERTIFICATION

Ironworker's Standards of Excellence