Ironworkers’ union to hire 100 apprentices

The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee of Local 40 and 361 of the ironworkers union will begin taking applications Thursday for 100 outside ironworker apprenticeships, officials said.

Applications can be obtained at the union office, 35-23 36th St. in Astoria, Queens, from noon to 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays, excluding legal holidays.

Applicants should bring proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent. They also must pay a $25 testing fee via money order made out to the union.

The recruitment period ends May 24.

Applicants should be 18 or older, be physically able to do the work, pass a written aptitude exam and drug test, and be able to follow written directions.

More information is available by calling 718-433-4195.

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.