Job Specifications
Cincinnati, Ohio
On-site
22 days ago
Apprenticeship
Entry Level
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UA Local 392 Plumber, Pipefitter and HVAC/R service tech apprenticeship program (Apply on Local 392 website, GI Bill approved!)
Plumbers and Pipefitters install and maintain piping systems for water, gas, steam, and more. Plumbers focus on residential and commercial systems, while pipefitters handle high-pressure and industrial setups.
What is a Plumber? Pipefitter? HVAC/R Service Technician?
Plumber
A plumber is a skilled craftsperson who installs pipe, valves, fittings and fixtures for the distribution of drinking water, sanitary waste, storm water, natural gas and medical gases. They are responsible for layout, fabrication and installation of these systems utilizing coordinated drawings, blue prints and specifications. The systems are installed in every industrial, commercial, or residential facility in this country. Examples include healthcare facilities, research laboratories, manufacturing facilities, food processing plants, universities, and primary education facilities. This program will result in the individual being issued a City of Cincinnati Plumbing license and a combination of the following licenses: State of Kentucky Plumbing license, State of Indiana Plumbing license, backflow testing, welding certification, and medical gas certification.
Pipe Fitter
A pipe fitter is a skilled craftsperson and certified welder who installs many varieties of piping systems. They layout, fabricate, and assemble pipes from drawings, blueprints, and specifications. They thoroughly test the piping systems for proper operation. Pipe fitters install and service sophisticated equipment, state-of-the-art controls and piping systems for power generation, pharmaceutical manufacturing, food processing and refrigeration, petroleum refinery, and chemical and petrochemical processing. They complete environmental control systems in schools, hospitals, hotels, motels, airports, malls, high-rise offices, and apartment buildings.
HVAC/R Service Technician
The HVAC/R Service Technician/ Mechanical Equipment Service Person is a skilled craftsperson who installs, services, and repairs industrial and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment according to blueprints and engineering specifications. They connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating-ventilating fans to control panels. The service tech is responsible for maintaining numerous pieces of equipment, diagnosing problems, and taking corrective action when necessary.
Requirements
Application for Apprenticeship (GO HERE TO APPLY: Local 392 apprenticeship )
Before you proceed with the application, please read the information below!
The following documents are required to apply; you must be able to upload pictures or scans of these documents:
Valid driver’s license (this cannot be a learners permit or identification card)
Birth certificate
Highschool Diploma or GED certificate with test scores, if you are currently in Highschool, a letter of diplomacy
DD-214 (if applicable)
Motor Vehicle Report (3 year minimum driving record) from the license bureau (only if applying for MES program. This document is not required for the Pipefitting and Plumbing program) You cannot have more than 4 points on your license when applying for the MES apprenticeship.
*We have a GPA requirement of 2.0 or higher with both a high school diploma and
GED.
*If you are a Highschool graduate or are currently in Highschool, we also require official grade transcripts. Being that these must be official, they cannot be uploaded with your application. Please have your school send them directly to us either by mail or email to the addresses below.
Local 392 JATC
1300 century Circle North, Cincinnati, OH 45246
allison@jatc392.com
Additional Information
United Association - Union of Plumbers, Fitters, Welders and Service Techs