Engineers union offers 25 apprenticeships 

The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Local 30 of the International Union of Operating Engineers is offering applications for 25 stationary engineer apprenticeships from Monday through Feb. 8, officials said.

Applications can be obtained from the Local 30 office, 16-16 Whitestone Expy. in Whitestone, Queens, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays, excluding holidays.

The forms must be returned via certified mail postmarked no later than March 1.

Applicants will be required to take a math test. The 60 people who score the highest will then take an aptitude test administered by the state Labor Department. Applicants who score below 85 percent on the math test will be disqualified.

Applicants must be 18 or older, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, be legally able to work in the United States, be physically able to do the work, and have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

For more information, call 718-847-8484, ext. 239.

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.