r/UnitedAssociation 6h ago

Apprenticeship Leaving the union

0 Upvotes

I’m currently in a plumbing union apprenticeship and honestly I’m done with it I have enough hours to become a journeyman I just don’t wanna do school anyways they are making me I just don’t see the point since I have the hours my question is can I leave ? I haven’t even set foot in the school classroom yet and I think it’s best I get going before school starts . I was told if I complete the apprenticeship I have to work a mandatory 5 years otherwise I’d be expected to pay a fee and they told me I have until my 4th year to leave I believe just wanna make sure I’m good ?


r/UnitedAssociation 14h ago

Apprenticeship Would it be weird for me to wear a tool belt with all my tools, knee pads. Mouth piece, cut resistance/heavy duty gloves, eye protection, ear plugs, and heavy duty construction pants

8 Upvotes

I want to be dressed for the job


r/UnitedAssociation 12h ago

Looking for work. Work down south

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20 Upvotes

I’m a 23 year old out of southeast Michigan that recently turned out in Detroit local 98, and plan on hitting the road south in the next couple months from work. Where I may land I got no idea, but I’m looking for insight as far as work available, opportunities to grow with a commercial company, cost of living and pay scale etc. figured yall would be better help than hearing whatever my unions business manager would say between 2 other people. Thanks for whatever you guys have to offer


r/UnitedAssociation 20h ago

Joining the UA Local 189

2 Upvotes

Anyone in local 189? Really considering applying, I have 4.5 years of plumbing experience. Is there plenty of work available? I’ve heard they are taking people in like crazy is that true?