Apprenticeship Guide
February 13, 2026

UA Local 290 Apprenticeship Guide

Everything you need to know about joining UA Local 290 in Portland, OR

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Journeyman Wage

$60.77/hr

+$36.65/hr benefits

Annual Openings

50

Acceptance Rate

0.25%

Apprenticeship Program

Program Contact

Requirements

What you need to apply

Minimum Age

18 years old

Driver's License Required
Drug Test Required
Physical Exam Required

Wage Progression

Apprentice to journeyman wage scale

Year 1$24.31/hr
0.4%
Year 2$30.39/hr
0.5%
Year 3$36.46/hr
0.6%
Year 4$42.54/hr
0.7%
Journeyman$60.77/hr

Leadership

Business Manager

Director of Training

Training Director

Director of Training

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