What are the hours of the training center?When apprentice classes are in session, the facility is open from
7:00am to 8:30pm. Monday through Thursday, and 7:00am to 3:30pm
Friday. When 1st year classes are in session, we are open from 7:00am
to 3:30pm on Saturdays. All other times the facility is open from 7:00
am to 3:30pm. If you have questions as to these times please call.
(708) 326-9240
I would like to register for a class, who do I contact?You can call the school between 7:00am and 3:30pm and speak to Kathy, or e-mail the training center at
training@pftf597.org, or register online
here. How can I check on my welding and brazing certs?First, go to
check you certs,
type in your union card number NOT your social security number. Then
click “go.” This will present you with your certifications, and
days remaining before expiration.
I have checked my certifications online. They are about to expire, what should I do?Contact the Training Center, and schedule a time to update. You can update your certs any time there is an ATR on site.
I am a Journeyperson, and I want to take a UA test, how do I go about this?Contact David Hintz at the Training Center. (708) 326-9240 ext. 2205, or dhintz @ pftf597.org
What time do night classes start?Most Journeyperson classes run from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Please see class lists for specific times.
Who can attend night courses?Any member paying into the Training Fund. Union dues must be up to date
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