Pile Drivers

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PILEDRIVERS

Piledriver/Bridge/Dock & Wharf Builder Carpenter-Piledriver

 

THE WORK

Piledrivers work with power and hand tools. They drive all types of piling. They work on docks, bridges and ferry landings. There are wood, steel and concrete pilings. They run chain saws and burning torches. They use air tools to chip the piling. They also build the formwork on the pilings and drill holes to put pilings into the ground and formwork on bridges. They do new construction and rebuild old. Piledrivers also do foundation work for buildings, welding and many other related work processes.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work piledrivers perform is very physical and involves climbing, kneeling, lifting and squatting. Jobs are very strenuous, as they have to work with heavy timbers. Work is done both indoors and outside, depending upon the nature of the construction. Job site locations change so you will have to travel to take an available job. You may work inside, outside or on a workboat on the water. You could work in a hole 100 feet below ground or 100 feet above ground. You must be in good health, meet certain strength requirements, be agile and have good hand-eye coordination.

 

THE APPRENTICESHIP

The apprenticeship program requires 8000 hours (about four years) to complete and attendance at related training classes for a minimum of 144 hours per year depending upon the program. This training can be scheduled for two weeks in the spring and two weeks in the fall.

 

APPRENTICESHIP ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

(not the same for each program, please review the Program Standards for each program for specific requirements)

            • At least 18 years old

            • Be a high school graduate

            • Physically able to perform the work of the trade

            • Sufficient education to meet trade requirements

            • Have access to dependable transportation to job sites

            • Complete pre-employment safety/orientation class

            • Have required hand tools

            • Proof of residency in your apprenticeship region

            • Must pass qualifying entrance exam

 

CONTACT

Piledriver Training Center

20424 72^nd Ave S

Kent, WA  98032

253-437-5235

253-437-5807 Fax