Finishing Trades Institute of New York (FTINY)
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Finishing Trades Institute of New York (FTINY) – Long Island City, NY
Program Information
The Finishing Trades Institute of New York (FTINY) offers apprenticeship programs combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction in various trades, including:
- Structural Steel & Bridge Painting: Involves building and dismantling containments, lead abatement, blasting, and painting of structures and bridges.
- Glazing: Encompasses setting, removal, cutting, and handling of all forms of glass, installation of metal frames, storefront windows, and skylights.
- Metal Polishing: Focuses on polishing metals such as bronze, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel, including cleaning, stripping, sanding, and buffing surfaces.
- Painting: Covers painting of houses, commercial buildings, and apartment buildings, both for repainting and new construction.
- Drywall Taping: Involves preparing panels for painting by taping and finishing joints, measuring, cutting, and fitting pieces for doors, windows, and outlets.
Program Length
Apprenticeship durations vary by trade:
- Structural Steel & Bridge Painting: 3 years
- Glazing: 4 years
- Metal Polishing: 3 years
- Painting: 4 years
- Drywall Taping: 3 years
Programs Offered
- Structural Steel & Bridge Painting
- Glazing
- Metal Polishing
- Painting
- Drywall Taping
Certifications & Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for journey-level positions in their respective trades, with opportunities for advancement into roles such as foreman, estimator, supervisor, or union officer.
Program Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Must demonstrate the ability to reach remote job sites.
- Must provide proper identification.
- Must be physically capable of performing the work required by the trade.
Financial Aid & Support Services
Apprentices are employed workers receiving regular wage increases and diversified training. Benefits include fair wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for skills upgrades through the training center.
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