Tile workers' union recruiting for 16 apprenticeships

The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Local 7 of the Tile, Marble and Terrazzo union will begin taking applications on Monday for 16 apprenticeships, officials said.

Applications can be obtained at the International Masonry Institute, 12-07 44th Ave., Long Island City, Queens, from 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., Monday through Friday and Nov. 14-18.

Forms must be completed in-person and a Basic Assessment Skills Exam will be administered on the day of application.

Applicants should be 18 or older, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, be physically able to do the work, have reliable transportation and pass a drug test.

More information is available by calling 718-706-7229.

By James T. Madore

james.madore@newsday.comJamesTMadore

James T. Madore writes about Long Island business news including the economy, development, and the relationship between government and business. He previously served as Albany bureau chief.