Pipefitter apprenticeships
Below is information about pipefitter apprenticeship programs in Minnesota. Contact the program sponsor directly for help with questions. View the directory of registered apprenticeship programs.
If you are a program sponsor and would like to update your program's information, contact naomi.cowan@state.mn.us.
Updated Oct. 3, 2024.
Northern Mechanical and Iron Range JATC
Location
4402 Airpark Blvd., Duluth MN, 55811
Overview
Applications are accepted year-round, but there is a cut-off date typically two months prior to the interview session.
Applicants will request an account at TradeSchool, Inc. Once the account is approved, applicants are able to complete the 11-step process to complete their application. This can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days to complete depending on the applicant.
Once an account has been created, Northern Mechanical will send information that outlines the application and interview process.
Contact
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Jeff Brown, 218-221-6560, jeff@11589jatc.com
Rochester Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 6
Location
3111 19th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Overview
Applications are year-round with interviews beginning in the spring. Annual application deadline is mid-March, testing begins in April and interviews in May. Program placement is in June. There is no application fee.
Contact the Local 6 directly with questions about the program or to request a tour of the training center.
Contact
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Jeremy Thompson, training coordinator, 507-288-4172, jeremy@ualocal6.org,
Saint Paul Pipefitters UA Local 455
Location
1301 L’Orient Street, Saint Paul, MN 55117
Overview
Applicants must pass college Accuplacer exams.
Interviews are held in May.
Applications are open September-April. Apply online at Saint Paul College’s website OR Dakota County Technical College's website.
Basic requirements:
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Must be 18 years or older
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Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
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Must have a valid driver’s license
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Must have reliable transportation
Contact
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Jeremy McConkey, training director, 651-455-5282, jeremym@local455jatc.com
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Joe Palewicz, training coordinator, 651-455-5282, joep@local455jatc.com