Seattlepipetrades.org Website Review

mission: to prepare future generations for success in the mechanical piping industry what does success mean to members of the seattle area pipe trades? we believe an apprentice’s success is a three-legged stool:  personal, financial and professional. our superior training system prepares apprentices to manage these areas in school, at work and in life. as a result, we cultivate the most competitive and competent refrigeration fitters install, maintain, and service heating, ventilating and air conditioning (hvac), and refrigeration systems. often refrigeration fitters are called upon to service boilers and chillers. steamfitters are craftsmen who as*emble, install, and maintain piping to carry water, steam, compressed air, gases and fluids needed for plumbers install piping for water, gas and medical gas systems. they also install sanitary facilities such as lavatories, toilets, tubs, bathroom fixtures, showers, kitchen fixtures, drinking fountains, and laundry equipment.. seattle area pipe trades apprentices possess a winning, positive attitude, drive and commitment to their program, union and industry.. “it's more than just a job. it's career that has afforded me a life with balance.”. seattle area pipe trades apprentices earn a wage, benefits and pensions that increase over time. they learn to manage resources. wisely, and understand how they contribute to overall industry prosperity.. seattle area pipe trades apprentices understand the purpose and impact of their work in safety and the environment. they can clearly see the. “be persistent.  it may seem like it takes a long time to get into the program, but it is worth it.” “i really like getting the chance to show in the field what i’ve learned in clas*, and the satisfaction of seeing it installed and “there is a high level of commitment expected of you as an apprentice, and that starts from the moment you apply.  don’t be discouraged, and work hard for the things you want.” – vince hanson, commercial plumber apprentice