Union Millwrights are experts in the installation and maintenance of all types and sizes of industrial equipment, machinery and instrumentation. It is a highly technical field requiring a large degree of precision. Millwrights assemble and install pumps, compressors, conveyors, and generators, as well as robotics used in scientific, automotive, food processing, power generation and bulk material handling industries.
| Length | 48 months |
| Benefits for Apprentices | Medical, dental, & vision care for worker and dependants after 3 months; vacation after 6 months; annuity after one year; pension between 25 and 30 months |
| Minimum age | 17 |
| Education prerequisites | High School Graduate, GED or equivalent desired or 6 months full time work experience in a construction related trade, or Graduated from an approved pre-apprenticeship program. One year of Algebra with passing grade. |
| Physical requirements | Must be physically able to perform the work of the trade |
| Additional requirements | Valid California Drivers License Reliable Transportation Pass Drug Screen |
| Written or oral entry exams | None |
| Subjects studied by Apprentices | Rigging Blueprint Reading Aerial Lift Cutting & Welding Monorails Conveyors Installation & Maintenance of Machinery Precision Tools & Shaft Alignment Turbines |
Contact: Carpenters Training Committee For Northern California 800 Chadbourne Rd. Fairfield, CA 94534 Octavio Soto District Coordinator.
Applications: Mon. thru Fri. 8 am to 5 pm @ all Carpenters Training Committee District Offices. Office closed 12 to 1 pm daily. Applications may be printed online or picked up at any Carpenters Local Union Office, Apprentice Training Center or Employment Development Department in your area.
How do new apprentices get their first job? Applicants are placed on a list. When new apprentices are needed, applicants are taken from the top of the list
Additional Information: Carpenters Training Committee For Northern California.
