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 ; Only Pay for Books!
Competitive Wages including Raises Every 6 Months
Guaranteed Benefits
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 234 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 234 members.
HOW CAN I BECOME A UNION MEMBER?
While the official application period for the apprenticeship program opens up at the start of each year, here’s some great news for you! Local Union 234 welcomes applications throughout the entire year for the Pre-Apprentice (Helper) position. This fantastic opportunity lets you explore the world of construction at your own pace before taking the leap to apply for the formal program. The guidelines for applying are as follows:
Be 18 years of age by the start of the Apprenticeship Program.
Possess a government issued identitifcation card
Be a high school graduate by the first summer of the current school year.
