Carpenter at Wyoming State United Brotherhood of Carpenters JA
at Wyoming State United Brotherhood of Carpenters JA in Helena, MT
About This Program
The Wyoming State United Brotherhood of Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship program, located in Helena, MT, is a union (JATC) carpenter apprenticeship offering industry-recognized training backed by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. This union-affiliated program provides apprentices with strong trade foundations and the support of an established labor organization.
Running for four years, the program includes 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in framing, forming, finishing carpentry, blueprint reading, material handling, and construction safety. Classroom coursework complements hands-on site experience to ensure well-rounded professional development.
Upon graduation, apprentices earn journey-level carpenter status, a credential respected across union job sites nationwide. Union membership can open doors to additional benefits, job security, and access to a broad network of contractors and projects throughout the region.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
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.
How to Apply
Carpenter Career Outlook
National Median
$25.87/hr
~$53,809.6/yr
Apprentice Start
$14.5/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Carpenter employment is projected to grow in line with construction activity. Residential building, commercial renovation, and infrastructure projects all drive demand. Carpenters with diverse skills across framing, finishing, and concrete work have the strongest prospects. The trade continues to face a shortage of younger workers, creating opportunities for new entrants.
What to Expect as a Carpenter 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.
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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