Carpenters Union Accepting Apprenticeship Applications

CHICAGO, IL -- The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Program in conjunction for Chicago Women in Trades will begin accepting applications Monday, March 4, for future general construction and pre-apprenticeship training classes. Women and military veterans are especially encouraged to apply.

Candidates must apply in person at the carpenters' apprenticeship office located at 1256 Estes Ave., Elk Grove Village, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The deadline to apply is April 4, 2019. Candidates must present the following at the time of filing an application:

• Letter of recommendation on local union letterhead signed by a union officer;
• Must be a minimum of 17 years old and present an Illinois driver’s license or state ID;
• Bring a copy of a high school diploma or high school transcripts (must have official school seal, eight credits minimum) or GED certificate.
• Social Security card or receipt showing that a duplicate card has been applied for;
• A $25 non-refundable application processing fee (money orders or cashiers check only). Cash will not be accepted.
• VETERANS ONLY: Form DD214 in addition to the documents aboce.

The Carpenters Union apprentice training program combines hands-on classroom education by qualified instructors with on-the-job training. This "earn while you learn" approach gives apprenticeships the opportunity to earn a living while developing highly marketable skills for life. Specialized carpenter training programs include:

Carpentry - General
Concrete Forming
Drywall
Floor Covering
Insulation
Lathing
Mill Cabinet
Millwright
Pile Driving
Shingling
Siding

Union journeyman carpenters earn regular hourly wages between $25.24 to $45.55 depending on years’ experience, not including overtime.

More details will be given to each application regarding the required pre-test session and aptitude test dates. Eligible candidates interested in applying can contact Vince Sticca or assistant coordinator Kina McAfee, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, for assistance in obtaining a sponsor or for more information at 847-640-7373.