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About ​Georgia Sheet Metal JATC

Earn While You Learn

​Georgia Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee has been training apprentices for the Sheet Metal Industry since the 1940's.

The program is jointly administered by the Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 85 and the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association.

Students in the Sheet Metal Apprenticeship program have the opportunity to be involved in the construction of some of the finest projects in Georgia such as The Georgia Aquarium, Phillips Arena, Falcons Stadium and Braves Stadium.

The Union Sheet Metal Industry offers more than a job. It offers a career. Many graduates go on to become foremen, supervisors, managers and contractors. Some have even gone on to become full time officers in the local union.

Georgia Sheet Metal JATC is committed to training qualified Sheet Metal Workers to meet the ever growing demands for skilled labor. The training center utilizes state of the art equipment and techniques to meet the changes of the Sheet Metal Industry.

If you are looking for a career and not just a job, then you have come to the right place!
Georgia Sheet Metal JATC offers an exclusive training opportunity with a mixture of classroom and on the job training.

Wages

10% increase each year:
​1st year $17.61
2nd year $21.13
3rd year $24.65
4th year $28.17
Journeyperson $35.21
Apprentice wages effective July 1st, 2024

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