How Do You Become A Union Marble, Stone, Apprentice?
Becoming an apprentice is a combination of on-the-job training and related classroom instruction in which workers learn the practical and theoretical aspects of a highly skilled occupation. Apprenticeship programs are sponsored by joint employer and labor organizations. Step 1 Consider your physical characteristics: Are you physically fit to lift heavy stone, work off scaffolds, work in heights that exceed 100 ft or more. If you answered yes, than I believe this may be your occupation. Step 2 Training consists of a 12 week pre-job practical course of 35 hours a week. After completion of the course, apprentices are presented with tools of their intended craft and are assigned to a contractor to begin their “on the job” training. All apprentices are required to complete 144 hours of related training for the remainder of their 4 year apprenticeship, after which they graduate to the journeyman status. In the Denver area you could call 303-777-0298 for more information or get on the web and
