The term “Sheet Metal” refers to any metal that can be formed from flat pieces of varying thickness into materials utilized by our skilled tradespeople. Using specialized tools, sheet metal workers cut, roll, bend, and shape these pieces to make a wide variety of objects such as ductwork, signs, and even decorative artwork. Sheet Metal is one of the last trades that fabricate the materials they install.
JOURNEYMAN’S WAGE*
$44.00/hr
*based on local prevailing wage
Additional Information : While most associate a career in sheet metal with working with mainly air and ventilation ductwork, a career in sheet metal exposes you to a wide variety of interesting work. There are many different paths available to the Union Sheet Metal Worker, including Architectural Sheet Metal, Metal Roofing, Heating Ventilating Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR), CAD Detailing, Building and Information Modeling (BIM), Industrial, Welding, Service Technicians, Testing Adjusting and Balancing (TAB), Indoor Air Quality, Kitchen Equipment, and Fire Life Safety Inspections..
Apprenticeship Information: 5-year program with 9,750 on-the-job training and 208 classroom hours per year.
Wages and Benefits: Apprentice base wage and local and national pension contributions are based on the following percentages of Building Trades journeyman rates:
- First year: first half 40%, second half 45%
- Second year: first half 50%, second half 55%
- Third year: first half 60%, second half 65%
- Forth year: first half 70%, second half 75%
- Fifth year: first half 80%, second half 85%
How to Apply
Applications accepted year-round, however, we only test once a year in March. Applicants MUST FURNISH on the day of application your high school transcripts and GED test scores (if applicable), a copy of your birth certificate, and a $25.00 non-refundable administration fee. Click here for an application, or contact:
Sheet Metal Workers Local 219
3316 Publishers Drive
Rockford IL 61109
815.874.6641
smart219@smwlocal219.org
Basic Application
Requirements
- Reliable Transportation
- Driver’s License
- Written Exam
- Interview
- Pass a Drug Test
- 18+ Years
CONTACT Project First Rate
For information related to a specific trade or apprenticeship program, call the union hall or training center listed on the respective trade page. These will be the best sources of information related to dates, application information, etc.
If you have a general question or would like to request a member of the trades speak to your school/organization, please complete the contact form below:
Project First Rate
111 S Madison St, Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 904-6833
Info@projectfirstrate.com
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Project First Rate (PFR) is a partnership between union contractors and union tradespeople to promote quality craftsmanship with pride, integrity and commitment to our community. Members of Project First Rate understand the importance of building the very best for the Rockford area, giving our community safe, sustainable places in which to live, work, and play.
