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Pipefitter apprenticeships

Below is information about pipefitter apprenticeship programs in Minnesota. Contact the program sponsor directly for help with questions. View the directory of registered apprenticeship programs.

If you are a program sponsor and would like to update your program's information, contact naomi.cowan@state.mn.us.

Updated Oct. 31, 2024.

Minneapolis Pipefitters Local 539

Location

6200 Lakeland Ave. N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428

Overview

Applications are accepted in-person during the second and third week of January. Interviews are conducted every March, and applicants are ranked based on their application and interview. Ranking letters are sent within two weeks of the applicant’s interview. 

Further application details, qualifications and FAQs are at Minneapolis Pipefitters' Training Center website.

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Northern Mechanical and Iron Range JATC

Location

4402 Airpark Blvd., Duluth MN,  55811

Overview

Applications are accepted year-round, but there is a cut-off date typically two months prior to the interview session.

Applicants will request an account at TradeSchool, Inc. Once the account is approved, applicants are able to complete the 11-step process to complete their application. This can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days to complete depending on the applicant.

Once an account has been created, Northern Mechanical will send information that outlines the application and interview process. 

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Rochester Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 6

Location

3111 19th Street NW, Rochester, MN  55901

Overview

Applications are year-round with interviews beginning in the spring. Annual application deadline is mid-March, testing begins in April and interviews in May. Program placement is in June. There is no application fee.

Contact the Local 6 directly with questions about the program or to request a tour of the training center.

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Saint Paul Pipefitters UA Local 455

Location

1301 L’Orient Street, Saint Paul, MN 55117

Overview

Applicants must pass college Accuplacer exams.

Interviews are held in May.

Applications are open September-April. Apply online at Saint Paul College’s website OR Dakota County Technical College's website.

Basic requirements:

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

  • Must have a valid driver’s license

  • Must have reliable transportation

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