LABORER
include, but are not limited to, building and repairing
roads, highways, bridges and tunnels; constructing residential
and commercial buildings; erecting and dismantling scaffolds;
laying underground pipe; placing concrete; preparing and cleaning
up a job site; flagging and controlling traffic; cleaning up
hazardous waste sites and the removal of asbestos and lead from
buildings. Work will be located within the jurisdiction of the
Chicago Laborers District Council which consists of Boone, Cook,
DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties.
- Length of Apprenticeship:
Apprentices must have a minimum of 2,400
hours of on-the-job diversified work training.
Apprentices are required to attend 360 hours
of training.
Apprentices who fail to meet satisfactory
attendance and progress in related classes may result in disciplinary
action by the Chicagoland Laborers District Council Training and Apprentice
Fund.
Year One | |
First Six Months | 60% of Journeyman’s Wage |
Second Six Months | 70% of Journeyman’s Wage |
Year Two | |
First Six Months | 80% of Journeyman’s Wage |
Second Six Months | 90% of Journeyman’s Wage |
Journeyman Level | 100% of Journeyman’s Wage |
Benefits:
Basic Requirements:
of age.
Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
Must have a minimum 10th grade education.
transportation.
Must be able to read, understand, write and
communicate the English language.
Must pass an illegal substance test.
Must be able to physically perform the work
of the trade.
- Working Conditions:
in a variety of weather conditions that require strength,
endurance and agility.
Recommended Preparatory Classes:
would be beneficial.
Abilities:
Must be able to work with all types of machinery.
Must be able to work at heights (scaffolds)
and in confined spaces.
Work Experience: (Helpful, but not necessary
for acceptance.)
is beneficial.
- Entry Process:
fee (no personal checks).
Submit the following at time of application:
1.Original Birth certificate
showing completion of the 10th grade.
3. Social Security card.
state issued ID).
5. A Letter of Intent to Hire from a participating signatory
contractor on company letter head signed by an authorized person.
Pass a drug test.
- Valid Drivers License
>MACHINERY MOVERS, RIGGERS, & ERECTORS
Riggers move, hoist, and erect industrial, medical, and printing technology,
as well as art and museum work (submarines, airplanes, etc.), amusement parks, power houses,
and all other equipment relative to the trade.
- Length of Apprenticeship:
on-the-job training.
The term will be based upon the total number of hours worked rather
than calendar years.
Apprentices are required to complete 144 hours
of classroom instruction every year.
The Joint Apprenticeship Committee has the power to shorten or extend
the term of Apprenticeship with the approval of the International Association of Bridge,
Structural, Ornamental, and Reinforcing Iron Workers.
First Year | 70% of Journeyman’s Wage |
Second Year | 80% of Journeyman’s Wage |
2 1/2 Years | 90% of Journeyman’s Wage |
Three Years | 100% of Journeyman’s Wage |
Benefits:
Basic Requirements:
Must be a high school graduate and have a diploma
or a GED Certificate.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable means of transportation to the
Must pass a physical examination.
Entry Process:
OPERATING ENGINEER
construction equipment in many industries, including road and bridge construction,
Length of Apprenticeship:
6ooo hours on the job, or approximately four years
- Apprentices must complete a minimum of 240 classroom hours
- Apprentices must complete a minimum of 192 field hours
- Apprentices must compete a minimum of 3 equipment proficiency
upon what type of machinery is being operated.
Benefits:
Vacation Savings Plan.
Basic Requirements:
Must have a high school Diploma or GED
Must be a resident of Kankakee, Grundy, Will,
Kendall, DuPage, Cook, Kane, Lake, McHenry, Livingston, LaSalle, Bureau, Putnam, JoDavies, Stephenson, Winnebago,Boone,Dekalb,Ogle,Carroll,Lee,Whiteside,Henry and Mercer.
includes areas in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa. For purposes
of this book, all information pertains to the above-mentioned
counties from Illinois.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain throughout apprenticeship.
Working Conditions:
weather elements and the majority of work is performed outdoors.
Recommended Preparatory Classes:
Abilities:
conditions.
Work Experience: (Helpful, but not necessary
for acceptance.)
or as a laborer is helpful.
Application Process:
Application period is generally November 1st thru the 30th
A $25 dollar money order is required along with a current Driver’s License
that includes you current address at time of application.
If selected, applicant will need to pass a five day evaluation and oral interview
Program
OPERATING ENGINEER – HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECH
Length of Apprenticeship:
- Apprentices must complete a minimum of 864 classroom hours
- Apprentices must complete a minimum of 192 field hours
- Apprentices must complete mechanical and welding proficiencies
Wage Information (approx):
1st Year 50% of journeyman’s scale
2nd Year 60% of journeyman’s scale
3rd Year 70% of journeyman’s scale
4th Year 80% of journeyman’s scale
5th Year 90% of journeyman’s scale
Benefits:
Vacation Savings Plan, Training Center
Basic Requirements:
Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate.
Must be a resident of Kankakee, Grundy, Will,
Kendall, DuPage, Cook, Kane, Lake, McHenry,Livingston,LaSalle,Bureau,Putnam,JoDavies,Stephenson,Winnebago,Boone,DeKalb,Ogle,Carroll,Lee,Whiteside,Henry and Mercer
includes areas in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa. For purposes
of this book, all information pertains to the above-mentioned
counties from Illinois.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain throughout apprenticeship
Working Conditions:
weather elements and the majority of work is performed outdoors.
Recommended Preparatory Classes:
- Abilities:
Must be able to endure extreme weather
conditions.
- Applications accepted year round
- a $25 dollar money order is required along with current Driver’s License that includes
your current address at time of application - If selected, applicant will need to pass a five-day evaluation
- and oral interview.