The next Apprentice Recruitment Information Seminar (ARIS):

Edmonton

Monday, May 14, 2012

Monday, June 4, 2012

Monday, June 25, 2012

 Doors open at 4pm - seminar starts at 5pm and ends at 9pm - pre-registration is not required .

Please bring photo ID -  maximum 100 people

In Calgary:

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Monday, June 11, 2012 

 Doors open at 4pm - seminar starts at 5pm and ends at 9pm - pre-registration is required

Please bring photo ID -  maximum 30 people

 The next WorkSmart Pre Apprenticeship Course:

Edmonton     

May 22, 2012 to June 1, 2012 - Full

June 11, 2012 to June 22, 2012 - Seats Available

July 3, 2012 to July 13, 2012 - Seats Available

 Contact Tanya at 780-451-5992 ext. 257 to register for WorkSmart in Edmonton

Calgary

May 7, 2012 to May 18, 2012 - Seats Available

 Contact Linda at 403-253-6976 to register for WorkSmart in Calgary

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 Apprenticeship Recruitment Information Seminar (ARIS) Update 

There is a substantial increase in the amount of people attending the Apprenticeship Recruitment Information Seminar (ARIS).  This is an essential step for any non-member beginner who wants to go to work through the Boilermakers (available in Edmonton).arisphoto

 The seminar has important information on: 

  • Boilermaker and welder trade descriptions
  • Job site demands
  • Union advantages
  • Apprenticeship information 
  • Dispatch information

Our dedication to placing trained and safe workers onto our jobsites has created the demand for the WorkSmart two week pre-apprenticeship courses.  WorkSmart courses are ongoing and new graduates are continually entering the workforce.

 

 Information on WorkSmart   

WorkSmart is a comprehensive introduction to the boilermaker trade. It exposes students to industry environments, safety and workplace culture. The course combines theory and hands-on skills that will prepare students for gainful employment in the boilermaker trade.  

Individuals not currently indentured and who are interested in attaining work and beginning a career with Boilermakers Lodge 146 will want to attend the WorkSmart training. Pre-requisite to this training is the successful completion of the Apprentice Recruitment Information Seminar (ARIS) and pass the Boilermaker Medical.  

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Benefits of WorkSmart

  • 2 weeks of training at the Boilermaker Learning Centre
  • small class sizes
  • highly skilled, experienced instructors
  • comprehensive safety training
  • relevant hands-on training that will prepare students for work in the trade
  • increased confidence level through introduction to jobsite culture
  • employment insurance recognized training
  • will allow individuals currently not indentured to sign the permit book and be dispatched to work

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Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:  

  • Identify jobsite hazards and be aware of controls that can eliminate or reduce the risk of injury or damage
  • Understand the skill set that is needed to become a successful boilermaker
  • Students will be exposed to the safety attitudes that are essential on all jobsites
  • Have a working knowledge of tools found in industry and be able to use them safely and effectively
  • Understand basic concepts involved in welding
  • Understand concepts involved in oxy-acetylene cutting and compressed gas handling procedures
  • Safely operate and understand common equipment found in steel fabrication
  • Understand rigging concepts, responsibilites and safety
  • Develop hand skills and techniques used in the Boilermaker trade

 
 
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