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Training
No other organization serves the training needs of the
piping industry like the United Association. For over a
century, the UA has been training the most highly-qualified
workers in the United States and Canada.
Over the past several decades, the United Association's
training programs have produced a stable, skilled workforce
responsible for building and maintaining piping systems in
the various industrial and residential facilities that make
up the North American landscape.
No one can match our commitment or investment in training. The UA spends
over $100 million annually on training programs efforts
involving approximately 100,000 journeymen and apprentices
in over 400 local training facilities at any given time.
If the United Association wanted to select the area which
best reflects this commitment to the training and excellence
produced, it could well look to New Jersey. We encourage you
to stop by our state-of-the-art training facility for a
tour!
In addition to our five-year apprenticeship programs,
Plumbers Local 14 offers continuing education opportunities
that includes journeymen training and certification, as well
as an associate’s degree program.
Training never ends at Plumbers Local 14. Our skill is
what separates us from the competition and it's why we are
in demand and we want to work with your team today!
Plumber
Nature of Work
Plumbing involves installation and repair of a wide
variety of piping systems and equipment. The majority
of plumbing work is in the residential and commercial segment of
building construction. From layout (or even design)
preparation to final installation of fixtures and equipment.
A plumber practices daily all the mental and physical skills
acquired through a structured learning process during the
five year apprenticeship period. The layout and
installation of piping materials, plumbing fixtures and
mechanical equipment are learned on the job.
These devices go into the make-up: drainage system, storm
systems, potable and process water systems, i.e., tub,
basin, sink, toilet, fixtures, water heaters, softeners,
conditioners, pumps and fire protection piping for
hospitals, hotels, homes, warehouses, and factories.
Blueprint reading, drawing trade math, related system,
theory and selected manipulative skills are taught in the
related training school program. The apprentice works
under the direct guidance an supervision of a Journeymen
plumber, but is given increased responsibility near the
end of the apprenticeship so that most of the job functions
can be satisfactorily accomplished with direction.
Working Conditions
Plumbing is hard physical work, and is performed
throughout the year, in all kinds of weather, inside and
out. Ditch work, elevator work, under buildings, high
up in "skeletal" frames of buildings, etc., are but a few of
the locations. Repair and remodel work is generally
more protected and inside, but can be hot and dirty, and
close. Potential hazards require a constant
commitment to a safe work practice.
Desirable Qualifications
Must be willing to work outside in all kinds of
weather and inside in dirty and cramped quarters. Must
be willing to do hard work physical work for long periods of
time. Should have the ability to work in confined
spaces
and to prescribed standards.
Work Processes
Sanitary and storm piping, Disposal drainage.
Waste and vent piping, soldering, brazing, welding, water
supply, services, mains, fixtures, appliances, trim and
supports, gas piping, equipment, and miscellaneous plumbing,
etc.
Related Training
- Materials, Tools, Equipment, Mathematics, Science,
- Safety Regulations: OSHA, State, First Aid: Basic,
- Soldering and Brazing,
- Welding, Gas and Arc,
- Blueprint reading, Drawing,
- Piping Layout
- Plumbing and Related Codes,
- Drainage Installations,
- Water Systems Installations,
- Related Trades Information,
- CAD Training,
- Gas Installation,
- Backflow Prevention Certification,
- Med Gas Certification
Helpful School Subjects
Mathematics, General Science, Algebra, Geometry,
Physics Blueprint Reading, Drafting or Mechanical Drawing,
Welding, and Shop Courses.
Tools Used
- Pipe Cutters and threaders
- Soldering and Brazing Torches
- Welding and Equipment
- Transit and Level Instruments
- Laser Devices
- Manual, Electrical, Pneumatic, and Powered Fastening,
- Manual and Powered lifting Equipment
- Drilling, Cutting, Rigging equipment
- All hand tools
Term of Apprenticeship
Length of Training: (5) five years,
1700 Hours Minimum (on the job training),
per year.
Related Training: (5) Five years,
252 Hours Minimum (in school), per year.
Training News
Training Events
08/09/2008
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08/16/2008
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Saturday: UA Instructor Training in Ann Arbor, Michigan
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