Iron Workers



Iron workers erect, assemble, or install fabricated structural metal products, usually large metal beams. These beams are used in the erection of industrial, commercial or large residential buildings. Workers also erect the steel framework on bridges, storage tanks, overhead crane runways as well as pre‐cast concrete and ornamental iron work amongst other projects.

Length of Apprenticeship: 3 years 800 classroom hours of training and 4,000 hours of on‐the‐job training.

Basic Requirements:

  • 18 years or older by July 1, 2018
  • Have graduated High School Diploma or GED by July 1, 2018
  • Have Driver’s License or Photo ID
  • Social Security Card

Application Process:

  • Applications are accepted the first two weeks of January online only at www.iwlocal7.com.
  • Applicants are accepted in May.
  • $20 application fee payable at time of application.

Contact Information:
John Sullivan, Director
Iron Workers Local 7 JATC
195 Old Colony Ave, Box 7 South Boston, MA 02127
Tel: (617) 268‐0707
Email: john.sullivan-iwlu7ac@ironworkers.org
http://iwlocal7.com/index.php/training‐center/



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The Work We Do



Ironworkers take on some of the most difficult and most intricate construction tasks in the industry, and we do it all with unmatched pride and professionalism! Take a look at THE WORK WE DO: Structural, reinforcing steel, glass/ornamental, shops, metal buildings.



J. F. Stearns Co., Boston, MA - Local 7 Iron Workers



50,000 lb.steel truss being erected over a working operating room at Childrens Hospital in Boston.



Rising: Rebuilding Ground Zero - Iron Workers



A look in to the Iron workers' connection to the World Trade Center and how their craft has been passed on to them



Iron Workers Building Atlanta gorgia



A gopro look in to the Iron workers' job



Iron Workers 55 Floor Comcast building



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