NATURE OF THE TRADE:

Apprentice Operators learn safe and productive operation on all types of heavy machinery such as: cranes, forklifts, excavators, motor graders, dozers, scrapers, loaders, etc. on construction sites along with general machine maintenance.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Physically fit to perform work
• Successfully pass a Drug Screen
• Must be able and willing to travel anywhere in the State of Iowa
• Experience in construction helpful, but not mandatory

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING:

In addition to 6,000 hours of training received on the job, an apprentice will attend 144 hours per year of related training at our training facility. The related training will consist of, but will not be limited to:

• Operate equipment in a safe, productive
• Perform general inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Blueprint reading along with staking and grading of projects.
• Perform safe rigging and hand sginals for crane operations.

APPRENTICE WAGES:

Apprentice starting wages vary by local union contract but are a percentage of the journeyworker wage package, with incremental increases throughout the apprenticeship. Apprentices receive such benefits as health insurance and pension.

APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Our application process is open on a year-round basis. Applications are available online at www.local234.com under the Apprenticeship and Training tab or you may stop by our office to pick one up.