High School to Apprenticeship Guide

A guide to transition from high school to a state of Wisconsin approved apprenticeship program.

Earning Potential University of Wisconsin Madison Plumbing Apprentice Average Cost for Tuition, Books & Supplies. *2017-2018 Plumbing Apprentice 2017 Wage Rates Based on Working 1800 Hours Per Year Steamfitter Apprentice Sheetmetal Apprentice Freshman Year Cost : $11,688.00 First Year Apprentice: $16.11 per hour $28,998.00 annually $19.74 per hour $35,532.00 annually $19.04 per hour $34,272.00 annually Sophomore Year Cost: $11,688.00 Second Year Apprentice: $20.14 per hour $36,252.00 annually $24.12 per hour $43,416.00 annually $21.88 per hour $39,384.00 annually Junior Year Cost: Third Year Apprentice: $24.16 per hour $43,488.00 annually Third Year Apprentice $26.32 per hour $47,376.00 annually $25.93 per hour $46,674.00 annually Senior Year Cost: Fourth Year Apprentice: $28.19 per hour $50,742.00 annually Fourth Year Apprentice $28.51 per hour $51,318.00 annually $29.58 per hour $53,244.00 annually Total Amount Owed: $46,752.00 Total Amount Earned: $159,480.00 $177,642.00 $173,574.00 Earning Potential University of Wisconsin Website https://finaid.wisc.edu/undergraduate-cost.htm

Occupation Entry Level Average Level Experienced Level Healthcare Support $22,020 $38,010 $46,000 * Painter $33,190 $53,860 $64,190 Firefighter $17,220 $35,700 $44,940 *Teamster $26,950 $34,770 $38,670 Teacher $41,060 $59,760 $69,110 *Roofer $31,520 $51,900 $62,080 Police Officer $43,100 $60,500 $69,190 *Glazier $30,710 $49,270 $58,540 Building Inspector $37,450 $54,230 $62,620 *Tile & Marble Setter $48,360 $60,460 $66,510 Cost Estimator $43,840 $63,700 $73,630 *Sheetmetal Worker $24,240 $36,000 $41,880 Registered Nurse $52,470 $69,070 $77,360 Annual Wage Comparison for Milwaukee County, 2015 Information obtained from http://worknet.wisconsin.gov/worknet/wagecomparison.aspx?menuselection=emp

Occupation Entry Level Average Level Experienced Level * Operating Engineer $49,040 $64,190 $71,770 Industrial Engineer $54,570 $76,920 $88,090 * Electrician $47,310 $62,850 $70,620 Sales Engineer $57,780 $90,890 $107,450 * Mechanical Insulation Worker $55,750 $66,620 $72,050 Computer Support Specialist $34,980 $53,510 $62,770 * Iron Worker $48,760 $63,210 $70,430 Human Resource Specialist $30,210 $46,560 $54,740 * Bricklayer $52,360 $65,210 $71,630 Loan Officer $36,830 $63,190 $76,370 * Plumber/Steamfitter $56,760 $84,080 $97,740 * Elevator Installer & Mechanic $72,920 $81,540 $85,850 * Boilermaker $37,670 $40,750 $44,910 Annual Wage Comparison for Milwaukee Country, 2015 Information obtained from http://worknet.wisconsin.gov/worknet/wagecomparison.aspx?menuselection=emp

Plumbers Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment. Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pip-bending machines. Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks. Source: https://job-descriptions.careerplanner.com/Plumbers.cfm Plumbers

Pipefitters Pipefitters Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints. Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment. Source: https://job-descriptions.careerplanner.com/Pipe-Fitters.cfm Pipefitters

Steamfitters Steamfitters Lay out, assemble, install, or maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, or related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubrication, sprinkling, or industrial production or processing systems. Source: http://www.myplan.com/careers/pipe-fitters-and-steamfitters/description-47-2152.01.html Steamfitters

Sprinkler Fitters Sprinkler fitters Overhead pipe installation, including: steel overhead sprinkler piping, wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, standpipe and hose systems. Fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining piping, fixtures, and equipment for gas, steam, hot water, fire sprinkler system or oil heating, cooling, lubricating and industrial processing systems. Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools. Source: https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/trades/sprinklerfitter.htm Sprinkler Fitters

Sheet Metal Workers Sheet metal workers Install assemblies, such as flashing, pipes, tubes, heating and air conditioning ducts, furnace casings, rain gutters, and down spouts, in supportive frameworks. Fasten seams and joints together with welds, bolts, cement, rivets, solder, caulks, metal drive clips, and bonds in order to assemble components into products or to repair sheet metal items. Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, and smooth surfaces, seams, and joints of assembled parts, using hand tools and portable power tools. Source: https://job-descriptions.careerplanner.com/Sheet-Metal-Workers.cfm Sheet Metal Workers

Meet with your career guidance counselor to discuss your career options and pathways Take the recommended courses High School

High School – Recommended Course Studies English Composition Speech Literature High School – Recommended Course Studies

High School – Recommended Course Studies Mathematics Algebra Geometry Trigonometry High School – Recommended Course Studies

High School – Recommended Course Studies Science Chemistry Physics High School – Recommended Course Studies

High School – Recommended Course Studies Tech Ed Industrial Technology High School – Recommended Course Studies

Contact the local area joint apprenticeship committee for an application Schedule apprenticeship entry aptitude test and orientation Upon satisfactory testing, interview and completed application, you will be issued a letter of introduction. (make multiple copies) Contact the offices of local contractors from the union you have applied to and give them a copy of your letter of introduction and resume. Post High School

Education & Apprenticeship Office 11175 W Parkland Ave Milwaukee, WI 53224 Phone: 414-359-1318 Training Director: Wesley Zastrow wes@plumbers75.com Plumbers Local 75

Milwaukee Training Center 3300 S 103rd St Milwaukee, WI 53227 Phone: 414-543-0601 Steamfitters Local 601

Office 2201 Springdale Rd Waukesha, WI 53186 Phone: 262-798-1812 Training Director: jfrehner@milsmjatc.com International Association Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers – Local 18