Apprenticeship Page
International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
IRON WORKERS
Work Description
Erection of structural steel, placement of reinforcing bars and post tensioning cables in concrete construction, rigging and erection of machinery/equipment, installation of fabricated building components and welding fabrication. Unload and distribute materials, ornamental work including layout, fabrication and erection.
Working Conditions
Outdoors under all types of weather except when the weather jeopardizes safety. May work at great heights on buildings and bridges, or under ground erecting steel in tunnels.
Qualifications
- 18 years of age and high school diploma, or GED, with high school transcripts
- Good physical condition, and agility, able to perform all aspects of the trade
- Have the ability to get to work and to school, and possibly a valid drivers license
- Recommended high school courses: math, algebra, geometry, general science, English, drafting, blueprint reading, welding, and any shop/technology classes
- Must enjoy physical activity
Application Process
- Applications taken at various times of the year, contact the nearest local office for a schedule
- Provide copies of: High School Diploma or GED, Transcripts of high school grades, proof of age, D.D.214 if veteran
- Must pass Aptitude test – Minimum total score of 6, with at least a 3 on the Verbal portion
- Apprentices are selected from a ranked list of qualified candidates. Based on test scores and Committee review
Terms of Apprenticeship
- 3-4 years/6000-6,500 hours of on-the-job training
- 450-892 hours Related Training (school)
- First 750-1600 hours – probationary period
- Must pass State Weld Certification test, and complete First Aid-CPR/AED
- Wage scale systematically increases throughout the apprenticeship
For More Information
Iron Workers Local #8
Joint Apprenticeship Committee
12034 W. Adler Lane, Milwaukee, WI 53214
phone 414-476-9370
fax 414-476-0960
Iron Workers Local #383
1602 S. Park St., Room 210 Madison, WI 53715
phone 608-256-3162
fax 608-256-3163
iwlu383@itis.com