Welcome to UA Local 51 Plumbers, Pipefitters, HVAC's.
Do you hold a Journeyperson license in Plumbing, Pipefitting or Refrigeration?
The application portal link will be posted on our website the first two weeks of March.
Phase 1: March: Create a new application and pay the $51 application fee in the Local 51 Application Portal during the first two weeks of March. Phase 2: April: Local 51 Math Evaluation: fifth through eighth grade level mathematics. The test covers addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions. Measurements/reading a ruler will also be included. There are no calculators allowed. The evaluation will take no more than 2 hours, you will have 1.5 hours to complete the test and will know your score before leaving. Applicants must score 70 or above to proceed. We do not provide study materials. Phase 3: April: Upload the required documents and submit your application in the Portal by the deadline. Phase 4: April: Accepted application notices and interview dates will be emailed to applicants who completed Phases 1-3. Phase 5: May: Interviews with the Local 51 Joint Apprentice Training Committee. Phase 6: May: Notice of acceptance or rejection will be sent by the end of the month. Phase 7: May: Accepted applicants will receive a drug test notice by email. The drug test must be completed by deadline. Phase 8: June: Mandatory OSHA 10 and NFPA Fire Protection training class. All applicants must attend the training regardless of a prior certification. *Applicants who passed the math evaluation in a prior year will receive an email with the date and time of the interview by April 16, 2027.
• Profile Picture (passport style photo) • Valid Driver's License • Birth Certificate • Transcripts – High school or GED unofficial transcripts. Academic record detailing a student’s grades, GPA and graduation status from 9th through 12th grade. • High School Letter of Good Standing - Seniors graduating in June 2027 must submit their current transcripts, as well as a letter from their guidance counselor on school letterhead verifying they are on track to graduate.
• Diploma - High school diploma/ or GED diploma • Military ID & Orders, Transfer or DD214 form, if applicable. • Resume • Trade School Transcripts • Trade School Graduation Certificate • College Transcripts • College Graduation Diploma • Certifications: OSHA, NFPA, EPA, CPR, First Aid, etc.. • Additional Training: Rhode Island Makers Certificate, Building Futures Certificate, Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate • State Issued Apprentice Licensing in either Plumbing, Pipefitting or Refrigeration - Estimated work and school hours are required • If you are not a US Citizen- Work visa and proof of residency.
First year Apprentice wage rate right now is over $25.00 an hour in pocket, with a total package of over $41.00 an hour with benefits. For every 2,000 hours of work accumulated, the Apprentice is given a raise. Apprentices typically work 2,000 hours each year, earning a raise for each year of their Apprenticeship. School will start in September, and run from September to May. You will attend class 2 nights a week from 5-9 PM for 5 years. If you currently hold or have held a State Issued Apprentice License in Plumbing, Pipefitting or Refrigeration a copy of your Apprentice license and estimated Work and School hours will be required. If you hold a Journeyperson License in Plumbing, Pipefitting or Refrigeration, our Organizer can speak with you about joining Local 51. General questions may be directed to applications@ua51training.org.
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