We are excited to welcome the public to our Open House!

• Refreshments provided all day
• Guided tours: Join a LU 533 member to explore our buildings
• Self-guided tours: Explore at your own pace
• Instructors and apprentices available: Ask questions and learn about the apprenticeship program
• Open to the public:
  • People interested in becoming Pipefitter apprentices and journeyworkers
  • Current apprentices and their families
  • Current members and their families
  • Signatory contractors are welcome to bring their customers
  • High schools, community colleges, trade schools and workforce development organizations
  • Community leaders
• No appointment necessary
• Stop by anytime between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

We encourage anyone interested in learning about the apprenticeship program or the trade to attend.

Due to the increased enrollment of apprentices and larger class sizes, additional instructors are needed for nighttime classes.  Only Local 533 Journeywoman or Journeymen in good standing are eligible for the positions.  If interested, submit a resume via the Union Fusion Portal.

The next weld test session will be on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 7 AM. Contact Pete Smith at the Training Center to reserve a spot. All UA members in good standing may participate. Proof of current dues is required.

All UA members are welcome to come in from 8 AM-4:30 PM Monday through Thursday to practice welding, provided arrangements are made with Pete Smith prior. You must be current on your dues to do so.

Weld Continuities will be submitted online ONLY. This can be done through Union Fusion or PFTC533.com. If you need guidance, give Pete Smith a call at the Training Center.

Applications for the Apprenticeship Program are available online. Please click HERE for updates.

The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of apprentices during their apprenticeship shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, or sex. The Pipe Fitters Local 533 Educational Training Fund will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30. Anyone interested in information regarding the Training Center or the Apprenticeship Program may call for information at 816.761.8800.

Contact the Training Center if you're interested in enrolling in:

Backflow Recertification - November 21 & 22

Pipefitter Safety (OSHA30) starting December 13

OSHA 10 starting in January 2025

Backflow Certification begins January 16, 2025