Ironworker Apprenticeship Opportunities

For over a Century, the Ironworker trade has been one of the most revered & exciting trades. Ironworkers are recognized as highly skilled, highly trained and safety conscious tradesmen. 

Ironworkers Local Union #5 played a major role in the construction of the regions’ most famous structures. Some of our proudest accomplishments are the Capital Building, FedEx Field, M&T Bank Stadium, Nationals Park, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Capital One Arena, Capital One Headquarters, Amazon Headquarters, South Capitol Street Bridge and UMMS PG County Hospital to name a few. With one look at the magnificent architecture in our district, you can understand the pride that we possess for our union, heritage and trade.

Since the 1980s the Ironworkers Local Union #5 has been a registered and recognized apprenticeship in the region. Currently, we are an accredited college program where you can earn up to 24 credits towards a Construction Management Degree. Our accreditation also means that Veterans can use their GI Bill to receive additional benefits while completing the program. In 2020, we designed and built a state of the art training facility intended to maximize our apprentice’s potential. 

Are you ready to leave your mark and build a Life-Long Career?

Benefits Enjoyed by Ironworkers Apprentices:

Earn while you learn

Earn college credits toward a construction management degree

Receive Health and retirement benefits while you learn

No tuition cost or college debt for apprentices

Starting Journeyman Salary over $75,000

Veterans can receive GI Bill Benefits