Boilermaker at Boilermakers Western States J.A.C.
at Boilermakers Western States J.A.C. in Page, AZ
About This Program
Boilermakers Western States J.A.C. sponsors this registered boilermaker apprenticeship based in Page, AZ. This employer-sponsored, non-union program provides a structured, paid training pathway for individuals seeking a career in the boilermaker trade across industrial and construction settings.
The 4-year, time-based program is built around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced journeymen, gaining practical skills in fabricating, assembling, erecting, and repairing boilers, pressure vessels, and other related industrial equipment. Classroom sessions cover welding processes, rigging and handling, metallurgy, safety regulations, and blueprint interpretation.
Upon program completion, apprentices earn journeyman boilermaker credentials and are prepared to enter the workforce in sectors such as power generation, petrochemical processing, and heavy manufacturing. The boilermaker trade demands precision and physical capability, and this apprenticeship provides the skills and experience necessary to meet those demands professionally.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$32
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
4 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Boilermaker Career Outlook
National Median
$32.3/hr
~$67,184/yr
Apprentice Start
$20/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Boilermaker employment is tied to energy sector activity, industrial construction, and power plant maintenance. While the workforce is small, demand remains steady due to the critical need for pressure vessel maintenance and the complexity of the work. Retirements are creating openings. Workers with ASME welding certifications and willingness to travel have excellent employment prospects.
What to Expect as a Boilermaker Apprentice
Duration
4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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