Roofers Recruit Apprentices

• by New York State Department of Labor

HAUPPAGE, NY (02/08/2010)(readMedia)-- The United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers & Allied Workers, Local Union #154, will conduct a recruitment from February 9, 2010 through February 10, 2011 for five roofer apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.

Applications can be obtained at the Roofers Local Union #154, 370 Motor Pkwy, Ste 1 Rear, Hauppauge, NY every Tuesday and Thursday each month, excluding legal holidays, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., during the recruitment period. All applications must be received/postmarked no later than February 10, 2011.

The Committee requires that applicants:

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must have a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (G.E.D.).

• Must be physically able to perform the work required as determined by a physical exam to be completed prior to start of work, paid for by Local Union #154.

• Must have reliable means of transportation to and from work sites and related instruction.

For further information, applicants should contact their nearest New York State Department of Labor office or may contact the Roofers Local Union #154 at 631-435-0655.

Apprentice programs registered with the Department of Labor must meet standards established by the Commissioner. Under state law, sponsors of programs cannot discriminate against applicants because of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability or marital status. Women and minorities are encouraged to submit applications for apprenticeship programs. Sponsors of programs are required to adopt affirmative action plans for the recruitment of women and minorities.

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APR#019

02-08-10