Union Ironworkers Local 11 Apprenticeship – New Jersey
Union Ironworkers Local 11 Apprenticeship – New Jersey
Program Information
The Union Ironworkers Local 11 Apprenticeship Program in New Jersey offers training to become a certified ironworker. Apprentices work with steel and iron, assisting in the construction and repair of bridges, buildings, and other steel structures. The program teaches how to properly use welding and cutting tools, interpret blueprints, and install structural steel and reinforcing bars. Safety training is a key part of the program, ensuring apprentices work in compliance with OSHA standards.
Graduates of this program are ready to take on projects of various sizes, from skyscrapers to heavy industrial machinery installations.
Program Length
4 years (includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training)
Program Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Physical fitness and strength
- Ability to work in various weather conditions