Take the first steps to success as an Apprentice with Local 44
Apply to become an apprentice with Local 44 here.
SMART Local 44 Wages and Benefits
SMART Local 44 sets the area standards in wages and benefits. No matter what your skill level, we have a competitive wage package for you. Our members receive an hourly wage with additional benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and pension all provided at no extra cost to you. Power tools are provided by employer.
Our Benefits don’t come off your hourly wage, they are in addition to what you make on the check!
Our Pre-Apprentices start out at $13.80 on the check with $2.43 in benefits for a total package of $16.23. (.25 raises after 1 month, 3 months and 6 months)
Our Apprentices start out at $19.71 on the check with $17.32 in benefits for a total package of $37.03 (Increases during four year apprenticeship with raises every six months)
Our Journeyman earn $39.42 on the check with $33.94 in benefits for a total package of $73.36.
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Have a valid State issued ID
- Have dependable transportation
- High School Diploma or GED (For Apprenticeship Applicants Only)
- Pass a pre-hire Drug Screening
- Have the desire to learn and work well with others
- Use industry related tools and safety products
- Authorized to work in the United States
SMART Local 44 Apprentice Application
Please read and fill the following application carefully and truthfully. Additional documentation will be needed with address and instructions provided at the end of the application.
All Information will be kept confidential.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee of Northeastern Pennsylvania of the Sheet Metal Workers’ Local Union #44 and The Sheet Metal Contractors Association Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Apprentices: “The recruitment, selection, employment and training of apprentices during their apprenticeship, shall be without discrimination because of age, race, color, religion, national origin or sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability. The Sheet Metal Workers’ Local #44 Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee provides equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under: TITLE 29 of the CODE of FEDERAL REGULATIONS, PART 30”