Bettering Our Community Together
Are you ready for a profession, not a job?
Classes Are Two Nights a Week
No Tuition Worries
On the Job Experience
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A PART OF A UNION? Being part of a union means joining forces with fellow laborers to build a community that is dedicated to amplifying your rights and protections as laborers. As a union member, you’ll enjoy a range of valuable benefits, including: Tuition-Free Apprenticeship Competitive Wages including Yearly Raises Guaranteed Benefits
CAREER PATHS INCLUDE
Plumber
Pipefitter
Pipe Welder
HOW DOES W. W. GAY PARTNER WITH THE UNION? W. W. Gay takes pride in being a union contractor, forging strong partnerships with local unions in our communities to employ our field teams. We actively contribute to the growth of the Local Union 188 apprentices by providing daily on-the-job training as well as contributing towards their benefits. It’s a positive collaboration that not only strengthens our workforce but also invests in the professional development and well-being of Local Union 188 members.
HVAC Service
Account Manager
HOW CAN I BECOME A UNION MEMBER?
To get started with the apprenticeship, you’ll first take and pass the TABE basic skills test. After that, you’ll visit in person to turn in your application and pay the $25 fee. Be sure to apply by July 1 each year! Once your application is in, you’ll receive a letter with your interview date, usually in late summer. After the interview, you’ll get another letter letting you know if you’ve been accepted.
✓ Welding
SAMPLE
✓ Plumbing (SMAW, GTAW, MIG) CORE CURRICULUM ✓ Pipefitting ✓ Air Conditioning
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BENEFITS
BREAKDOWN Employer Paid Benefits (ALL CLASSES)
Annuity
$3.00/hr
Apprentice Fund
$1.00/hr
Health & Welfare
$7.55/hr
International Training Fund
$0.10/hr
Pension
$5.90/hr
Target Fund
$0.20/hr
Deductions (from paycheck) (JOURNEYMAN) Organizing Fund
$0.50/hr
PAC Fund
$0.10/hr
Working Assessment
4% of gross wages
Deductions (from paycheck) (APPRENTICES) Apprentice Dues
$10/week
Organizing Fund
$0.50/hr
PAC Fund
$0.10/hr
Other: Agreement Admin/Training: $0.03/hr (paid by contractor) * Pension and Annuity apply to 3rd–5th year apprentices only.
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SALARY
BREAKDOWN
Check out how the rates for these annual raises transform this amazing opportunity into not just a job, but a lifelong and rewarding profession! Base Wage Rate
1st Year Apprentice
$17.73
2nd Year Apprentice
$19.50
3rd Year Apprentice
$21.27
4th Year Apprentice
$26.59
5th Year Apprentice
$28.36
Journeymen
$35.45
WHAT AREAS DOES LOCAL UNION 188 COVER? W. W. Gay proudly supports Local Union 188 through our Savannah office as they expand coverage to several counties in the region, including the following.
CONTACT LOCAL UNION 188 FAST FACTS Easy schedule. Two nights a week, three and a half hours each. Get a raise every year. Solid benefits. Health, welfare, and retirement included.
INFORMATION
For all Local Union 188 inquires, please visit their website or contact the following: Local Union 188 Inquires Local Union 188 C: 912-354-5520 Website: localunion188.com W. W. Gay Inquires Linda Cummings C: 904-719-2596 E: LCummings@wwgmc.com