Training Center

Local 12’s Education and Training Trust incorporates apprenticeship training with Journeyman upgrading to ensure our members are well trained and up to date on any OSHA requirements as well as changes to the industry. Staffed by seven dedicated Journeyman, including 2 Certified Welding Inspectors,Red Cross and OSHA Instructors they are trained and certified by our International Training Dept. to teach all aspects of the trade as well as issue MSHA, OSHA and Red Cross certifications. Classes are held nightly and/or Saturdays and include but not limited to OSHA 10, 30, Subpart R, Scaffold, Qualified Riggers and Signalmen, First aid/CPR, MSHA new miner and refresher. Reinforcing,Structural,Ornamental,Heavy Rigging, as well as many other aspects of the trade. We also teach and certify our members in all positions, multiple processes and materials according to American Welding Society (AWS).  Members are also certified according to D.O.T welding standards.

The Ironworkers Training Center is located at:
17 Hemlock Street
Latham, NY 12110