{"id":10828,"date":"2024-04-01T14:21:14","date_gmt":"2024-04-01T19:21:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/?page_id=10828"},"modified":"2024-08-03T15:41:40","modified_gmt":"2024-08-03T20:41:40","slug":"apprenticeship","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/","title":{"rendered":"Apprenticeship"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-25 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column uag-hide-tab uag-hide-mob is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-e1d0811d alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-e1711875\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Getting Started <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"20\" height=\"43\" class=\"wp-image-11138\" style=\"width: 20px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sidearrow.png\" alt=\"\"><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list app-sidebar\">\n<li><a href=\"#apprenticeship-faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#industry-terms\">Industry Terms<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#entry-requirements\">Basic Entry Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#working-conditions\">Working Conditions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#test-prep\">Test Prep<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#union-wages\">Union Wages &amp; Benefits<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-79608d45\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/category\/apprenticeship-opportunities\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11953\">Apprenticeship Opportunities<\/a><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-6ea3bd5e\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Union Trades <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"21\" height=\"45\" class=\"wp-image-11138\" style=\"width: 21px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sidearrow.png\" alt=\"\"><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list app-sidebar\">\n<li><a href=\"#boilermakers\">Boilermaker<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#bricklayers\">Bricklayers &amp; Allied Crafts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#carpenters\">Carpenters<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#cement\">Cement Mason<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#electrician\">Electrician<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#elevator\">Elevator Constructor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#heat\">Heat &amp; Frost<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I<a href=\"#ironworker\">ron Workers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#laborer\">Laborer<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#operators\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#operators\">Operators<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#painters\">Painters<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#pipefitters\">Pipefitters<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#plumbers\">Plumbers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#riggers\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#riggers\">Riggers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#roofer\">Roofer<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#sheet-metal\">Sheet Metal<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#sprinkler-fitter\">Sprinkler Fitter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#teamster\">Teamster<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-45202c8c wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Introduction-1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Introduction-1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Introduction-1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Introduction-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10963\" width=\"1089\" height=\"129\" title=\"Introduction-1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Choosing a Career in Construction <\/strong>is more than building structures \u2013 it&#8217;s about learning life-long skills, earning competitive wages, and accessing excellent benefits. Union Construction Apprenticeships offer a combination of classroom and hands-on experience training in many types of Trades. The industry&#8217;s future continues to thrive, making it an excellent career path for long-term success and various opportunities. Whether you&#8217;ve already chosen a craft or are still undecided, this Guide will address numerous questions about pursuing a career in the Union Construction Building Trades.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-6db5b97b wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\"  sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Workers.png\" alt=\"Workers\" width=\"367\" height=\"395\" title=\"Workers\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"apprenticeship-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-a8799b73 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-7196c62d\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">FAQs<\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs uagb-block-865f50bb uagb-tabs__wrap uagb-tabs__hstyle1-desktop uagb-tabs__vstyle6-tablet uagb-tabs__stack1-mobile\" data-tab-active=\"0\"><ul class=\"uagb-tabs__panel uagb-tabs__align-center\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"uagb-tab uagb-tabs__active\" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab0\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"0\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Are Social Security Cards required?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab1\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Can a GED substitute for a High School Diploma?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab2\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>How do I request my High School transcripts?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab3\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>How do I request a copy of my Birth Certificate?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab4\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Does a previous record affect opportunities in Union Trades?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab5\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Do Unions and Contractors drug test?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab6\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>What are the benefits of joining a Union?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab7\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"7\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>How do I become a member of a Union trade?<\/strong> <\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab8\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"8\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>What training and education can I expect from a Union?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab9\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"9\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Do I need prior experience to join a Union trade?<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uagb-tabs__body-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-0\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab0\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Are Social Security Cards required?<\/strong><br><br>Some Union Trades may not mandate a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN).<br>However, some Locals do have this as a requirement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-1\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab1\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Can a GED substitute for a High School Diploma?<\/strong><br><br>While the majority of Union Trades accept either, there are specific trades that do not recognize the GED Math Certificate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-2\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab2\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>How do I request my High School transcripts? <\/strong><br><br>Contact your high school directly about the specific process, which may involve filling out a form and possibly paying a fee. If your school is closed, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) can guide you on where to find your records.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-3\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab3\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>How do I request a copy of my Birth Certificate? <br><\/strong><br>Apply through the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). You\u2019ll need to provide personal details, proof of identity, and pay a fee.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-4\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab4\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Does a previous record affect opportunities in Union Trades? <\/strong><br><br>Background checks are not typically conducted for entry as an Apprentice in most of the Union Trades. However, some Contractors may require background checks for specific job sites such as Federal buildings, Schools, Nuclear Power Plants, etc.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-5\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab5\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Do Unions and Contractors drug test? <\/strong><br><br>Every Apprenticeship\u2019s entry process includes either a urine and\/or hair follicle drug test to be accepted into the program. Some Unions conduct random drug tests throughout your career. It is also typical for a Contractor to require testing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-6\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab6\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>What are the benefits of joining a Union?<\/strong><br><br>Joining a Union provides numerous benefits, including fair wages, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, job security, and opportunities for skill development and advancement. The construction and building trades provide a pathway to a debt-free career.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-7\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab7\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>How do I become a member of a Union trade?<\/strong><br><br>To join a union construction trade, research the local union office that your interested in, and follow their specific application process, which may include an apprenticeship program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-8\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab8\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>What training and education can I expect from a Union?<\/strong><br><br>Union construction trades offer a structured apprenticeship program that combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction. This comprehensive approach ensures that you develop both practical skills and a solid theoretical foundation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-9\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab9\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Do I need prior experience to join a Union trade?<\/strong><br><br>Prior experience is not always necessary. Many union construction trades welcome individuals with varying levels of experience and provide training through their apprenticeship programs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-af52c93a wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/heyzine.com\/download\/dbec6fcb4f.html\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10968\" width=\"248\" height=\"112\" title=\"Download-Guide\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"industry-terms\" class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-ast-global-color-0-border-color is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-style:solid;border-width:1px;padding-top:8px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:8px;padding-left:8px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-b8ac51a5 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/IndustryTerms.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/IndustryTerms.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/IndustryTerms.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/IndustryTerms.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10981\" width=\"600\" height=\"100\" title=\"IndustryTerms\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs uagb-block-188dcf3c uagb-tabs__wrap uagb-tabs__hstyle1-desktop uagb-tabs__hstyle1-tablet uagb-tabs__stack1-mobile\" data-tab-active=\"0\"><ul class=\"uagb-tabs__panel uagb-tabs__align-center\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"uagb-tab uagb-tabs__active\" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab0\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"0\" role=\"tab\"><div>Application Fees<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab1\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\"><div>Pre-Apprenticeship Program<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab2\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\"><div>Sponsorship or Intent to Hire<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab3\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\"><div>Apprentice<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab4\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\"><div>Journeylevel<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab5\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tab\"><div>Union Indentured<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab6\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tab\"><div>Foreman<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab7\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"7\" role=\"tab\"><div>Superintendent<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab8\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"8\" role=\"tab\"><div>Steward<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab9\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"9\" role=\"tab\"><div>Business Agent or Business Manager<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab10\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"10\" role=\"tab\"><div>Apprenticeship Director\/Coordinator<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab11\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"11\" role=\"tab\"><div>Union<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab12\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"12\" role=\"tab\"><div>Local<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab13\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"13\" role=\"tab\"><div>Hiring Hall<\/div><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uagb-tabs__body-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-0\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab0\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Application Fees: <\/strong><br>Non-refundable fees to apply for Apprenticeship programs, typically payable by money order, cashier\u2019s check, or personal check.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-1\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab1\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Pre-Apprenticeship Program:<\/strong><br>A preparatory training program designed to equip individuals with foundational skills and knowledge before entering a formal apprenticeship program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-2\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab2\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>&#8220;Sponsorship&#8221; or &#8220;Intent to Hire&#8221;: <\/strong><br>A commitment from an employer to hire an individual for entry into the Union and Apprenticeship program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-3\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab3\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Apprentice:<\/strong><br>An apprentice is an individual who is learning a trade through a formal apprenticeship program. They work under the guidance of experienced Journeymen to gain hands-on experience and knowledge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-4\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab4\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Journeylevel: <\/strong><br>Successful completion of an Apprenticeship program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-5\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab5\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Union Indentured: <\/strong><br>A legally binding contract between an Apprentice and a Union, detailing the terms and conditions of the Apprenticeship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-6\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab6\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Foreman: <\/strong><br>A supervisory position on a construction site or in a shop, responsible for coordinating the work of a group of workers or a specific project.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-7\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab7\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Superintendent: <\/strong><br>A higher-ranking management position in construction or other industries, managing multiple projects and ensuring their successful completion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-8\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab8\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Steward: <\/strong><br>A Union member elected or appointed to represent and advocate for the interests of fellow Union members within a specific workplace or department.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-9\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab9\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Business Agent or Business Manager: <\/strong><br>A Union representative who manages the daily business matters of a Labor Union. This position is held by an elected Union Officer who acts as a liaison between the Union, Union members, and Contractors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-10\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab10\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Apprenticeship Director\/Coordinator: <\/strong><br>This Training Center member leads their respective Trade Apprenticeship program. They assist with orientations and Union indenture policies and coordinate required training. The Director also monitors the Apprentice&#8217;s progress and measures compliance with Apprenticeship standards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-11\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab11\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Union:<\/strong><br>A union is an organized association of workers, often in a specific industry or trade, formed to protect and promote their collective interests, such as fair wages, safe working conditions, and benefits.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-12\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab12\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Local: <\/strong><br>In the context of a Union, &#8220;Local&#8221; refers to a branch or chapter that operates within a specific geographical area, serving as a regional representation of the larger Union.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-13\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab13\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Hiring Hall: <\/strong><br>A strict hiring system that some Trades use to connect Union members to employment. This system operates by referring those on the out-of-work list, usually called in order of layoffs, to available jobs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-1e77eb27 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/heyzine.com\/download\/dbec6fcb4f.html\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10968\" width=\"248\" height=\"112\" title=\"Download-Guide\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"entry-requirements\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-c519da80 alignwide uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-fb5c106e wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Basic-Entry.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Basic-Entry.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Basic-Entry.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Basic-Entry.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10875\" width=\"300\" height=\"116\" title=\"Basic-Entry\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-right:1.5rem;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Union Apprenticeship Centers typically have similar entry requirements. The standard criteria are outlined below, but any unique specific requirements will be indicated per Trade.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-5135a1ed default uagb-is-root-container\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">At least 18 years old<br>High School Diploma or G.E.D.<br>Birth Certificate<br>Valid Driver&#8217;s License<br>Reliable Transportation<br>Pass an Aptitude Test<br>Physically Fit to Perform the Work<br>Pass a Urine and\/or Hair Follicle Drug Test<br>Read, Write &amp; Speak in English<br><strong>If applicable: <\/strong>Military Training Certifications (DD-214)<br><strong>If applicable:<\/strong> Welding Certifications<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"working-conditions\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-22c2c45e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-2477855b wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/WorkingConditions.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/WorkingConditions.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/WorkingConditions.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/WorkingConditions.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10979\" width=\"600\" height=\"100\" title=\"WorkingConditions\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-ded02e85 default uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"line-height:1.8\"><strong>Outdoor Exposure<br>Physical Demands<br>Loud Noise Levels<br>Dust &amp; Debris<br>Potential Hazardous Materials<br>Extreme Heights<br>Potential Irregular Hours<br>Safety Hazards<br>Teamwork<br>Required Travel<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"line-height:1.8\"><strong>Heavy Lifting &#8211; up to 100lbs<br>Digging<br>Climbing<br>Prolonged Standing<br>Manual Dexterity<br>Being on Time\/Early<br>Hand-Eye Coordination<br>Balance<br>Agility<br>Stamina<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"test-prep\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-6d7b0332 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-cd2b713e wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aptitude-Test.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aptitude-Test.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aptitude-Test.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aptitude-Test.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10876\" width=\"300\" height=\"89\" title=\"Aptitude-Test\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Union Construction Apprenticeships use a standardized aptitude test for entry. While some Trades\u2019 tests are more tailored to their specific skills, there is much overlap.<br>Test your math skills in <strong>multiplication,<\/strong> <strong>fractions, decimals, measuring, and finding the area and perimeter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-481b6ac2 default uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-8a7ed0b4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container test uagb-block-27e81ee7\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-08889830\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-db3e993b\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-fba99194\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-f002fdaf\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-33bc77c9\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-84c9b196\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-24fb8e72 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Learn <strong>blueprint reading<\/strong> skills by testing your ability to think in 3D. Where are the holes punched after unfolding the paper?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-78f4d189\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-a97557a9 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-a983d321 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/TestPrep.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/TestPrep.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/TestPrep.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/TestPrep.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10992\" width=\"652\" height=\"92\" title=\"TestPrep\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">Refresh by starting with Elementary math and level up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-404343af wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/khanacademy.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"www.khanacademy.org noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Khan-Academy.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Khan-Academy.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Khan-Academy.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Khan-Academy.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10887\" width=\"250\" height=\"74\" title=\"Khan-Academy\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-44b5a313 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/heyzine.com\/download\/dbec6fcb4f.html\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Download-Guide.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10968\" width=\"248\" height=\"112\" title=\"Download-Guide\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"union-wages\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-c852cd4a alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-d4315ccc wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UnionWages.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UnionWages.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UnionWages.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UnionWages.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10993\" width=\"895\" height=\"117\" title=\"UnionWages\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hourly wages<\/strong> for Union construction workers are determined by various factors, such as level of experience, geographical region, specific trade, and the terms outlined in local collective bargaining contracts. These wage rates directly impact what workers receive in their paychecks. It&#8217;s important to note that while hourly wages are what appear on the paycheck, benefits are typically paid by the employer in addition to the wage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-18022b3e wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wage1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wage1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wage1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wage1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11183\" width=\"371\" height=\"97\" title=\"Wage1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Average wages for Northeastern Illinois Union Building Trades<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-4faa0c33 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10996\" width=\"475\" height=\"131\" title=\"Benefits1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-f18d2c36 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UnionBenefits.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UnionBenefits.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UnionBenefits.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UnionBenefits.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10994\" width=\"514\" height=\"71\" title=\"UnionBenefits\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><strong>Total benefits packages<\/strong> include health and welfare benefits along with premium health insurance, pensions, and annuities that are in addition to the hourly wages paid to Union members. Premium health insurance coverage provides access to quality medical care for workers and their families, while pensions offer a reliable source of income during retirement, supplemented by annuities to ensure continued financial security. Certain Unions provide exclusive access to private health centers for members and their families, often at minimal to no cost.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-81b1d8bf\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs uagb-block-c85914e6 uagb-tabs__wrap uagb-tabs__hstyle1-desktop uagb-tabs__vstyle6-tablet uagb-tabs__stack1-mobile\" data-tab-active=\"0\"><ul class=\"uagb-tabs__panel uagb-tabs__align-center\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"uagb-tab uagb-tabs__active\" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab0\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"0\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Prevailing Wage<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab1\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Hourly Wage vs. Total Benefits Package<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab2\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Pension<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab3\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Annuity<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab4\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Health &amp; Welfare<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab5\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Vacation Fund<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab6\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>401K<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab7\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"7\" role=\"tab\"><div><strong>Savings Fund<\/strong><\/div><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uagb-tabs__body-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-0\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab0\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Prevailing Wage: <\/strong><br>The hourly wage, benefits, and other forms of compensation established by collective bargaining agreements as the standard for a particular occupation or industry within a specific geographical area.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-1\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab1\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Hourly Wage vs. Total Benefits Package:<\/strong> <br>The hourly wage rate for Union workers reflects the compensation for the work performed, which is reflected in the weekly paychecks. However, the total benefits package includes additional perks provided by the employer, such as health insurance and pensions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-2\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab2\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Pension: <\/strong><br>A fund set up by an employer, a Union, or both, to provide financial support to employees after they retire. It serves as a form of retirement income.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-3\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab3\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Annuity: <\/strong><br>A financial product or investment that provides a series of payments made at equal intervals, typically used as a tool for retirement savings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-4\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab4\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Health &amp; Welfare: <\/strong><br>These benefits refer to a range of benefits provided by employers or Unions to employees, including health insurance, dental coverage, vision care, and other non-pension-related benefits.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-5\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab5\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Vacation Fund: <\/strong><br>Vacation Savings Benefits are paid to members whose contracts include this benefit. Vacation savings is an hourly amount paid to members by their employer and is included in their gross wages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-6\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab6\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>401K: <\/strong><br>A tax-advantaged retirement savings account that is offered through an employer. Contributions are typically made through payroll deductions. At age 59 \u00bd, an employee can begin withdrawing funds to use in retirement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-7\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab7\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Savings Fund: <\/strong><br>An employer-provided program enabling employees to save funds from their paychecks over an extended period, catering to diverse objectives such as retirement planning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-f649afbc wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/NE-App-Guide-1024x182.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/NE-App-Guide.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/NE-App-Guide.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/NE-App-Guide-1024x182.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10888\" width=\"1200\" height=\"177\" title=\"NE-App-Guide\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"boilermakers\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3a948fd8 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-7c4b5b4e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-7c0fcfc7 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/boilermaker\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Boilermaker1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Boilermaker1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Boilermaker1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Boilermaker1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10910\" width=\"197\" height=\"197\" title=\"Boilermaker1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<header class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-54dbd333\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/boilermaker\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11191\">Boilermaker<\/a><\/h1><\/header>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Boilermakers<\/strong> are highly skilled in fabricating, assembling, and maintaining boilers, pressure vessels, and industrial equipment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-1b68e93b wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/boilermaker\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Boilermaker2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Boilermaker2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Boilermaker2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Boilermaker2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11215\" width=\"150\" height=\"253\" title=\"Boilermaker2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-c3bf92e6\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$52 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"bricklayers\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-f919e70c alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-54840e79 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-43874fa3 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/bac\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bricklayer1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bricklayer1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bricklayer1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bricklayer1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11216\" width=\"197\" height=\"197\" title=\"Bricklayer1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-a8cffd54\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/bac\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11282\">Bricklayers &amp; Allied Crafts<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\">The <strong>Bricklayers <\/strong>Union is made up of several different career path divisions like Bricklayers, Pointer Cleaner Caulkers (Tuckpointers), Ceramic Tile Setters, Ceramic Tile Finishers, and Terrazzo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-9838f511 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bricklayer2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bricklayer2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bricklayer2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bricklayer2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11217\" width=\"162\" height=\"162\" title=\"Bricklayer2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-48247bc7\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$45-$53 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"carpenters\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-8b9b147f alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-8c3e6566 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-0d37677f wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/carpenters\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carpenter1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carpenter1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carpenter1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carpenter1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10915\" width=\"197\" height=\"197\" title=\"Carpenter1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-7176c472\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/carpenters\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/carpenters\/\">Carpenter<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\">The <strong>Carpenters<\/strong> Union is made up of several different career path divisions like Concrete Form Builders, General Carpentry, Floor Coverers, Mill Cabinet, Millwrights, and Pile Drivers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-ac62e048 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carpenter2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carpenter2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carpenter2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carpenter2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10916\" width=\"150\" height=\"161\" title=\"Carpenter2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-08610201\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$45-$54 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"cement\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-f3bf109e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-ec69fa9c alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-10 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-677448b7 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/cement\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Cement-Mason1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Cement-Mason1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Cement-Mason1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Cement-Mason1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10917\" width=\"197\" height=\"197\" title=\"Cement-Mason1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-3adccf7a\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/cement\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11505\">Cement Mason &amp; Plasterer<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Cement Masons<\/strong> place, finish, and repair concrete, while Plasterers specialize in finishing walls and ceilings, enhancing structures aesthetically and functionally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-1b6714fe wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Cement-Mason2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Cement-Mason2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Cement-Mason2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Cement-Mason2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-10918\" width=\"150\" height=\"230\" title=\"Cement-Mason2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-960ae67b\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$48-$50 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"electrician\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-b235dd30 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-49c30889 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-11 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-0d4b1354 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/electrician\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Electrician1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Electrician1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Electrician1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Electrician1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11218\" width=\"204\" height=\"200\" title=\"Electrician1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-7beda6ef\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/electrician\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11527\">Electrician<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Electricians<\/strong>&#8216; primary work involves assembling, installing, maintaining, and testing various electrical equipment and supporting components in different specialty divisions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-1d53a126 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Electrician2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Electrician2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Electrician2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Electrician2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11219\" width=\"162\" height=\"162\" title=\"Electrician2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-734cc5bf\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$35-$53 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"elevator\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-56f30379 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-56577fdf alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-d66c8bde wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/elevator\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elevator1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elevator1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elevator1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elevator1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11220\" width=\"203\" height=\"200\" title=\"Elevator1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-6fc1adf7\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/elevator\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11595\">Elevator Constructor<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Elevator Constructors<\/strong> specialize in assembling, installing, and maintaining vertical transportation systems like elevators, escalators, and moving walkways.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-8b7caf70 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elevator2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elevator2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elevator2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elevator2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11221\" width=\"156\" height=\"156\" title=\"Elevator2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-957eb967\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$58 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"heat\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-99ad475e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-9de436a9 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-13 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-88d55346 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/insulator\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Insulator1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Insulator1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Insulator1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Insulator1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11223\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Insulator1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-0324972a\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/insulator\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11614\">Heat &amp; Frost Insulator<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Insulators<\/strong> apply insulation materials to plumbing, HVAC systems, and building structures to prevent the passage of heat, cold, sound, or fire.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-f8dee066 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Insulator2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Insulator2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Insulator2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Insulator2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11224\" width=\"168\" height=\"174\" title=\"Insulator2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-640d53f4\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$54 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ironworker\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-b367fbda alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-a6732aa9 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-14 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-415852b2 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/ironworkers\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Ironworker1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Ironworker1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Ironworker1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Ironworker1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11225\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Ironworker1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-c701d172\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/ironworkers\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/ironworkers\/\">Ironworker<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\">The <strong>Ironworkers <\/strong>Union is made up of several different career path divisions like Structural, Architectural\/Building, and Fence Ironworkers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-1f879cb3 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Ironworker2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Ironworker2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Ironworker2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Ironworker2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11226\" width=\"154\" height=\"156\" title=\"Ironworker2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-5e50f8c6\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$46-$55 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"laborer\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-7f501f35 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-552f1b27 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-15 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-4796e07e wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/laborer\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Laborer1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Laborer1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Laborer1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Laborer1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11227\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Laborer1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-3e66ec61\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/laborer\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11672\">Laborer<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Laborers&#8217; <\/strong>work spans construction, environmental remediation, highways, waste management, bridges, tunnels, and municipalities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-5bc82e38 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Laborer2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Laborer2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Laborer2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Laborer2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11228\" width=\"157\" height=\"157\" title=\"Laborer2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-bfc1b248\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$48 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"operators\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-50ec94ed alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-ee3c6d31 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-16 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-aad21fe7 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/operators\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/OE1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/OE1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/OE1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/OE1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11229\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"OE1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-58e965a6\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/operators\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11693\">Operating Engineer<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Operating Engineers<\/strong> Union is made up of several different career path divisions; Heavy Equipment Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Geothermal Well Driller, and Construction &amp; Building Inspector.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-a48d5bf7 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/OE2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/OE2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/OE2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/OE2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11230\" width=\"160\" height=\"159\" title=\"OE2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-cfbd3dbf\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$48-$59 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"painters\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3a3fe0a8 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-6746fcdd alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-17 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-4d14b402 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/painters\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Painters1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Painters1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Painters1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Painters1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11231\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Painters1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-2c9b784d\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/painters\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11747\">Painters &amp; Allied Crafts<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\">The <strong>Painters<\/strong> Union is made up of several different career path divisions like Painting &amp; Decorating, Drywall Finishers (Tapers), Glaziers, Sign Painters, Metal Polishers, and Wood Finishers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-735b6f7c wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Painters2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Painters2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Painters2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Painters2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11232\" width=\"105\" height=\"170\" title=\"Painters2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-9b078e0a\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$36-$51 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"pipefitters\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-b26de7e2 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-f2d22197 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-18 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-adf66b6e wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/pipefitters\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pipefitter1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pipefitter1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pipefitter1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pipefitter1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11233\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Pipefitter1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-3222563e\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/pipefitters\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11778\">Pipefitter<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\">The <strong>Pipefitter\u2019s <\/strong>Union is made up of two different career path divisions; Building Trades Pipefitter, Gas Distribution, and HVAC Service Pipefitter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-4cd8fc68 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pipefitter2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pipefitter2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pipefitter2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pipefitter2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11234\" width=\"162\" height=\"162\" title=\"Pipefitter2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-6264c706\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$52 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"plumbers\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-da739cc1 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-894e979f alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-19 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-dd87e67d wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/plumbers\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Plumber1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Plumber1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Plumber1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Plumber1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11235\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Plumber1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-cc68c281\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/plumbers\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11808\">Plumber<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\">The <strong>Plumber\u2019s<\/strong> Union is made up of two different career path divisions; Plumbers and Technical Engineers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-3435c824 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Plumber2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Plumber2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Plumber2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Plumber2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11236\" width=\"167\" height=\"156\" title=\"Plumber2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-3b2f991e\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$56 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"riggers\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-c8c6715b alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-2c745fd2 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-20 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-7533721f wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/riggers\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rigger1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rigger1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rigger1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rigger1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11237\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Rigger1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-606813e6\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/riggers\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11828\">Riggers, Machinery Movers &amp; Erectors<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Riggers <\/strong>specialize in the precise and safe handling of large or heavy machines and hauling loads.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-72551a6a wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rigger2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rigger2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rigger2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rigger2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11238\" width=\"156\" height=\"165\" title=\"Rigger2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-cd6a5855\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$48 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"roofer\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-eca3a9cd alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-942488c6 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-21 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-c348ad67 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/roofers\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Roofer1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Roofer1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Roofer1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Roofer1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11239\" width=\"203\" height=\"202\" title=\"Roofer1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-e4bd2a41\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/roofers\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11843\">Roofer &amp; Waterproofer<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Roofers<\/strong> apply hot and cold build-up for roofing, various single-ply low slope roofing systems, and install shingle, tile, and slate steep roof systems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-9fe8e7fe wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Roofer2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Roofer2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Roofer2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Roofer2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11240\" width=\"158\" height=\"159\" title=\"Roofer2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-30711d02\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$49 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"sheet-metal\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-0a0d24ef alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-e96c368e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div 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src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sheetmetal1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11242\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Sheetmetal1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-9ae63852\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/sheetmetal\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11858\">Sheet Metal Worker<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-2-color has-text-color\"><strong>Sheet Metal Workers<\/strong> fabricate ductwork, and install and service HVAC systems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-c8ac5a6c wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sheetmetal2.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sheetmetal2.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sheetmetal2.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sheetmetal2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11243\" width=\"158\" height=\"158\" title=\"Sheetmetal2\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-88483a00\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Estimated Journeylevel Wage:<br>$51-$54 hr<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div 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srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sprinkler1.png ,https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sprinkler1.png 780w, https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sprinkler1.png 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sprinkler1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-11244\" width=\"202\" height=\"202\" title=\"Sprinkler1\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-c58eb7e7\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisco.org\/wp-content\/mystaging01\/apprenticeship\/sprinklerfitter\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11878\">Sprinkler Fitter<\/a><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p 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