Vac Truck & Water Blast Technician
This program teaches wet/dry vac truck operation, water blasting, industrial cleaning, and hazardous worksites for a variety of worksites.
LEARN YOUR NEW CAREER — & GET PAID FOR IT!
The apprenticeship program is earn while you learn, and every participant in the program will have a job.
As an apprentice, you will take part in classroom instruction as well as on the job training. At least one (or more) journeyman worker will supervise each apprentice while working on the job to instruct them
WATER BLASTER/VAC TECHNICIAN RATE INCREASE SCHEDULE
60%: 0-1000 OJT and less than 72 Class Hours
70%: 1001 OJT and in excess of 72 Class Hours
80%: 2001 OJT and in excess of 144 Class Hours
90%: 3001 OJT and in excess of 216 Class Hours
To Graduate: 4032 OJT and at least 312 Classroom Hours
Benefits of Being an IUPAT Water Blaster/Vac Technician
HEALTH INSURANCE
Painters and Allied Trades members and their families are eligible to participate in our affiliate health insurance plans.
PENSION
The Painters and Allied Trades Industry Pension Fund provides you with a secure retirement plan. Members qualify for full retirement benefits at age 55 with 30 years of credited service.
REPRESENTATION ON THE JOB
Your union will make certain your rights are protected on the job. That means you’ll get paid what you’re supposed to get paid, on time. It also means you’ll have the right training and equipment to get the job done safely.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
All members of the IUPAT are eligible to pursue advanced career training and even college credits in our program. The Finishing Trades Institute offers continuing education programs for its members that allow them to earn college credits toward an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree.