Plumbers Local 130 Apprenticeship
Company
UA Plumbers Local 130
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
20.55 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
Bandana.com
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Job Description
Plumbers’ JAC Local 130, UA will be accepting applications online only for admission to the Plumbing Apprenticeship Program starting **November 17, 2025 through February 13, 2026 _OR_ the first 2,000 submissions, whichever occurs first.**
The portal will open **ONLINE** at [apply.jac130.org](about:blank) on November 17th at 8:00 AM CST
• *REGISTRATION FEE: **$50.00 NON-REFUNDABLE
• *Methods of Payment:**
1\. MasterCard, Visa, Discover or AMEX (only)
\*Optional: If you wish to purchase the Test Taking Tip Book for $20.00 following submission of your application online you will have access to a link to purchase and download a digital copy of the Test Taking Tips Book from a Third-Party Vendor.
• *REQUIREMENTS: You must have the following items to successfully submit your online application:**
- Completed Application
- Upload a copy of your valid driver’s license
- Upload a copy of your Birth Certificate or Valid U.S. Passport
- Upload proof of Completion of High School in **ONE** of these formats:
- High School Diploma\* OR High School Transcripts\* that include your graduation date OR
- GED Certificate OR
- Veterans DD214
- $50.00 non-refundable application fee
• *QUALIFICATIONS: **
1. Must read, write and speak the English language
2. Must have a High School Diploma\* or GED equivalent
3. Pass an aptitude test
4. Pass a drug screen
5. Pass a physical exam
6. Pass an agility test
7. Applicants must always possess a valid driver’s license
8. Must be at least 18 years of age (Applicants who are 17 years of age may apply provided he or she will be 18 years of age prior to being registered by the JAC)
9. \*High School Seniors may apply but must submit a letter from their High School stating they are on track to graduate and including transcripts to date.
• *_THERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS TO THESE REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS_**
Applicants submitting the complete application and required documents will receive an e-mail providing all the information where and when to appear for the aptitude test. Drug screen, physical, and physical agility test information will be provided if and when invited to a pre-orientation meeting.
• *At the time of indenture, you must: **- Have a valid Driver’s license -Have a reliable form of transportation - Pass a drug test
• *Application available at: [www.apply.jac130.org](http://www.apply.jac130.org/) **
• * **
• *For Questions: (312)421-1028**
• *PLEDGE OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN APPRENTICESHIP**
The Trust Fund for Apprentice and Journeyman Education and Training, Local 130 U.A. will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. The Trust Fund for Apprentice and Journeyman Education and Training, Local 130 UA will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.
The portal will open **ONLINE** at [apply.jac130.org](about:blank) on November 17th at 8:00 AM CST
• *REGISTRATION FEE: **$50.00 NON-REFUNDABLE
• *Methods of Payment:**
1\. MasterCard, Visa, Discover or AMEX (only)
\*Optional: If you wish to purchase the Test Taking Tip Book for $20.00 following submission of your application online you will have access to a link to purchase and download a digital copy of the Test Taking Tips Book from a Third-Party Vendor.
• *REQUIREMENTS: You must have the following items to successfully submit your online application:**
- Completed Application
- Upload a copy of your valid driver’s license
- Upload a copy of your Birth Certificate or Valid U.S. Passport
- Upload proof of Completion of High School in **ONE** of these formats:
- High School Diploma\* OR High School Transcripts\* that include your graduation date OR
- GED Certificate OR
- Veterans DD214
- $50.00 non-refundable application fee
• *QUALIFICATIONS: **
1. Must read, write and speak the English language
2. Must have a High School Diploma\* or GED equivalent
3. Pass an aptitude test
4. Pass a drug screen
5. Pass a physical exam
6. Pass an agility test
7. Applicants must always possess a valid driver’s license
8. Must be at least 18 years of age (Applicants who are 17 years of age may apply provided he or she will be 18 years of age prior to being registered by the JAC)
9. \*High School Seniors may apply but must submit a letter from their High School stating they are on track to graduate and including transcripts to date.
• *_THERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS TO THESE REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS_**
Applicants submitting the complete application and required documents will receive an e-mail providing all the information where and when to appear for the aptitude test. Drug screen, physical, and physical agility test information will be provided if and when invited to a pre-orientation meeting.
• *At the time of indenture, you must: **- Have a valid Driver’s license -Have a reliable form of transportation - Pass a drug test
• *Application available at: [www.apply.jac130.org](http://www.apply.jac130.org/) **
• * **
• *For Questions: (312)421-1028**
• *PLEDGE OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN APPRENTICESHIP**
The Trust Fund for Apprentice and Journeyman Education and Training, Local 130 U.A. will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. The Trust Fund for Apprentice and Journeyman Education and Training, Local 130 UA will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.
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