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Alaska Laborers Apprenticeship

Alaska Laborers

Training School

 13500 Old Seward Highway     Phone: 907-345-3853

Anchorage, AK 99515               Fax: 907-345-4479

 March 6, 2013

The Alaska Laborers Training School has a 5100 On-the Job Training and 144 Classroom time Apprenticeship program.

Alaska Laborers Training School accepts applications all year round.  The interview process will be taking place April 15th-17th, 2013.  The deadline for accepting applications forthis interview session is April 10th, 2013.  Please feel free to encourage applicants to submit an application prior to this date otherwise their application will be held until the next interview session is scheduled.

The Program

More than a 1000 OJT hours to be completed in the 4 disciplines of

•    Building Construction

•    Highway Construction

•   Specialty Construction

•    and Utility Construction

•    Areas of class instruction could include any of the following: Equipment Safety, Plans, Reading, OSHA 10-30, Asbestos Abatement, Grade Checking, Pipeline Construction, Pipe Laying, Hazardous Waste Remediation, and concrete placement to name a few.

•    The work may vary for each Contractor and for each job site.

 The work can be very physically demanding  including changing weather climates and conditions and the lifting and carrying of 50 lbs. or more.

Apprentices are paid in accordance with the number of on-the-job hours accumulated:

• 0000– 1000 hours worked pays 60% of the current Journeyworker wage

• 1001– 2000 hours worked pays 70% of the current Journeyworker wage

• 2001– 3000 hours worked pays 80% of the current Journeyworker wage

• 3001– 5100 hours worked pays 90% of the current Journeyworker wage

The Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older- Provide copy of proof of age (Birth Certificate, BIA card, or Passport)

Must be a high school graduate or have a certificate of equivalency(GED)-Provide a copy of diploma, or GED

Must possess a valid Alaska Driver's License Provide a copy of drivers license

Must have been an Alaskan resident for the last 12 consecutive months -Provide a copy of residency documents

 Must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the apprenticeship program without posing a threat to themselves or others.  Applicants will be subject to a physical agility or fitness evaluation.  Must be physically fit, without regard to any occupationally irrelevant physical handicap.

 Applicants will be screened for the current illegal use of drugs prior to acceptance into the program and random drug tests will be given throughout.

 Must have reading and language comprehension sufficient to perform the work of the occupation.  If English is a second language, applicants must be able to read and write English adequately enough to keep from posing a threat to themselves or others in the course of performing the essential functions of the apprenticeship program.

 Military applicants must submit a DD-214.   May also verify military training and/or experience for consideration of additional work related credits based on skills obtained while in service.

 You are encouraged to provide additional information in support of your application such as:

• Resumes

• Documentation of vocational training

• Letters of recommendation

• Certificates of Achievement

• Educational Transcripts

•  Awards

This is just a general overall view of the program to give you an idea of what to expect.

Please feel free to contact Kristen Smith-Apprenticeship Compliance Analyst with any questions or concerns.

13500 Old Seward Highway

Anchorage, AK 99515-4007

907-345-3853 Phone

Email Kristen Smith

*Applications are accepted year round.

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Fairbanks Plumbers & Pipefitters Apprentice Opportunity

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Juneau Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 262 JATC

Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 262 JATC 1751 Anka St. Juneau, AK 99801 Phone (907) 586-2874

Will be accepting applications for Apprentice Plumbers and Pipefitters.  Contact our office for more information.
Applicants are required to meet the following minimum qualifications:
1. Shall be at least 18 years old o High School Graduate or GED completion
2.  Physical ability
3.  Alaska resident for 1 year prior to application
4.  Pass a drug screen test
5.  Valid Alaska driver's license
6.  Work Keys Assessment Test
        a.  Level 4 Reading for Information
        b.  Level 5 Applied Mathematics
        c.  Level 4 Locating Information
Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 262 Juneau Alaska Area Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee is an equal opportunity employer providing equal opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex or national origin.