Sheet Metal Worker at Sheet Metal Local 88 JATC
at Sheet Metal Local 88 JATC in Las Vegas, NV
About This Program
Sheet Metal Local 88 JATC sponsors a five-year union apprenticeship program in Las Vegas, Nevada. As a Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee program in one of the country's most active construction markets, this apprenticeship offers paid, structured training backed by both union labor and employer partners.
The program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in HVAC ductwork fabrication and installation, architectural sheet metal, roofing and industrial metal systems, welding, and precision layout work. Classroom instruction covers applied math, blueprint reading, materials, and comprehensive safety training.
Graduates earn journeyman sheet metal worker credentials through Local 88, positioning them for sustained employment on the large-scale commercial, hospitality, and industrial projects that define the Las Vegas construction market. Union journeymen also benefit from negotiated wages, benefits, and continued training opportunities that support long-term career growth.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
640
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Sheet Metal Worker Career Outlook
National Median
$26.33/hr
~$54,766.4/yr
Apprentice Start
$16/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Sheet metal worker employment is expected to grow steadily, driven by HVAC system demand in new construction and energy-efficiency retrofits. The transition to high-efficiency systems and commercial building upgrades creates ongoing need for skilled fabricators and installers. Workers with welding and CAD skills have the strongest prospects.
What to Expect as a Sheet Metal Worker Apprentice
Duration
5 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~32 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
640 hours of related technical instruction (~128 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.
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