Int. Union of Operating Engineers Local 57

Johnston, RIEmployerRegistered Apprenticeship

About Int. Union of Operating Engineers Local 57

Int. Union of Operating Engineers Local 57 is a registered apprenticeship sponsor in Johnston, RI. It currently lists an apprenticeship pathway in Operating Engineer. As a registered apprenticeship sponsor, it offers earn-while-you-learn training that combines paid on-the-job experience with related classroom instruction. Use this page to review current occupations, contact details, and sponsor information before applying.

Contact Information

857 Central Ave, Johnston, RI 02919

Apprenticeship Programs(1)

Operating Engineer

Time-BasedUnionPaid Training

Duration

4 years

OJT Hours

6,000

RTI Hours

432

What to Expect as a Operating Engineer Apprentice

Duration

4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction

On-the-Job Training

~30 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (6,000 total hours)

Classroom Instruction

432 hours of related technical instruction (~108 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.

This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.