Sheet Metal Worker at Sheet Metal Workers, Sioux City JATC Lu 3
at Sheet Metal Workers, Sioux City JATC Lu 3 in Omaha, NE
About This Program
Sheet Metal Workers Sioux City JATC, Local Union 3, sponsors a five-year union apprenticeship administered in Omaha, Nebraska. This JATC program provides paid, structured training for apprentices building careers in the sheet metal trade across the region.
The program delivers 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in HVAC ductwork fabrication and installation, architectural sheet metal, industrial metal systems, welding, and the proper use of hand and power tools. Classroom instruction covers applied math, blueprint reading, trade safety, and installation best practices.
Graduates earn journeyman sheet metal worker status through Local Union 3, a credential that supports lasting careers in construction and industrial sectors across Nebraska and Iowa. Union membership through the JATC also provides access to negotiated wages, benefits, and continued education resources.
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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