Apprenticeship

Local 17 offers an excellent five-year apprenticeship program that is second to none. Each year, about 185 apprentices participate in the program. Below is an overview of the program. Please contact us at 708-468-8000 for more information on how to get started.

Length of Apprenticeship:

Five (5) years—Minimum of 720 hours of classroom instruction.

* Apprentices receive 144 hours of classroom instruction per year.

* Apprentices receive a minimum of 1,600 hours of on-the-job training per year.

Wage Information:

1st year 50% of journeyman wages

2nd year 60% of journeyman wages

3rd year 70% of journeyman wages

4th year 80% of journeyman wages

5th year 90% of journeyman wages

Journeyman Level 100% of journeyman wages

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Pension, Annuity.

Basic Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. Certificate.

Must be physically fit to work in the construction industry.

Must pass a drug test.

Must be a U.S. citizen or in the process of naturalization.

Must pass an aptitude test.

Must pass a personal interview.

Working Conditions:

Heat and Frost Insulators work in all types of weather elements with the majority of the work being performed outdoors.

Recommended Preparatory Classes:

Algebra, geometry and mechanical drawing classes

Required Abilities:

Must work well with others.

Must be able to understand and follow instructions.

Must be able to lift heavy objects.

Must be able to work in confined spaces.

Must be able to work at high levels on ladders and scaffolds.

Work Experience:

(Helpful, but not necessary for acceptance.)

Hazardous waste handling experience is helpful.

Entry Process:

  1. Obtain and complete an application. The application process 
will take place over two-weeks. Applicants will be required 
to come to the apprentice school to pick up an application package to be completed and returned within the two-week period. We have not yet set the date for the next selection process. The date will be advertised in local papers.
  2. Submit copies of high school diploma and grades, and/or G.E.D. Certificate.
  3. Pass a physical exam.
  4. Submit references.
  5. Take and pass a general aptitude test.
  6. Take and pass a personal interview.
  7. Pass a drug-screening test.

For More Information:

Heat & Frost Insulators/Local 17 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee

18520 Spring Creek Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477

708-468-8000

Coordinator: Robert McGuckin