The Apprenticeship Readiness Program (ARP) is a 3-week course designed to prepare students to complete a Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program. These programs are through the construction and building trades where apprentices learn while earning plus benefits as a first year apprentice.

Finishing Trades apprentices are able to choose between three specialties from glazers, tradeshow people, and industrial painting. Program includes a combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job learning while working with signatory contractors in the area. Apprentices receive an increase in pay as they progress throughout the Program.

The mechanical insulators apprenticeship program equips individuals with the skills to install and maintain insulation systems. Through a combination of practical training and classroom education, apprentices gain expertise in the field, paving the way for a career as a skilled mechanical insulator.

The training SMART(Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation) workers union apprenticeship, which includes extensive on-the-job and classroom training. SMART journey people continue their advancement of skills and certifications utilizing our world class training centers to stay up-to-date on changes in technology and work practices.

With METRO’s apprenticeship program, you get trained to be a bus mechanic. Given that they are transitioning into buying only zero emissions buses by 2030, this program provides training with diesel motor and electric buses.

The training curriculum lasts 10 months and includes extensive classroom coursework, simulation training, and even help to obtain a commercial driver license. Participants then move into a mentorship program. After advancing to B mechanic status, they will receive a complete set of tools valued at more than $20,000. 

The work of a union electrician or technician is uniquely satisfying and fulfilling. You’ll experience the thrill of flipping a switch and seeing your work come to life. As a Houston Electrical JATC apprentice, you receive predetermined wages that increase regularly as you advance through the various levels of training, until you achieve journeyman status and salary. NECA/IBEW’s health insurance coverage includes not only the apprentice, but the apprentice’s spouse and children.

The Elevator construction industry allows apprentices the unique opportunity of working with complex machinery. Apprentice students learn to assemble, install, and replace elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, and more.

Ironworkers perform the duties of connecting, welding, and installing decking, in addition to climbing, lifting, building and pulling of the steel in the erection of buildings and spanning of bridges. If you are not afraid to climb high and work in a fun environment, this is the program for you.

Pipefitting, Welding and HVAC Service Apprentices get paid while they train on the job and attend night classes two nights a week or on the weekend for five years. After completion of the course, the apprentice will break out as a Journeyman and obtain a top salary range and a long successful career as a Pipefitter, Welder or HVAC Service Technician.

The Houston Area Plumbing Joint Apprenticeship Committee provides apprentices with the practical skills and technical knowledge encompassed in the Plumbing industry in order to achieve State Licensure and maximize their employability. They strive to create an atmosphere of excellence in learning while being fiscally responsible to the beneficiaries of the training funds.

2024 marks the 125th Anniversary of IATSE providing the finest craftsmen and women to the live entertainment and convention industries in the Houston and Galveston areaIATSE is in the final stages of building out a strong apprenticeship program through the Department of Labor.