Join Us

Whether you are brand new to the trades, already a Registered Apprentice, or a Red Seal Refrigeration Journeyperson, there are a few pathways into membership with UA Local 516.

Applying for membership in any of the following ways in no way guarantees membership with UA Local 516 or employment with a signatory contractor.

 

Option 1:  I am new to the trades.

A foundation course is the best way to access employment.  There are many to choose from, and we recommend the following:

Thompson Rivers University

Okanagan College

Camosun College

You must have:

  • Permission to work in Canada
  • Foundations of Math 11 (at mimimum)
  • Clean drivers abstract
  • Updated resume
  • Physical ability to work from ladders

If you can provide all the above information, you may apply using this link: Click Here

Please note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 

Option 2:  I am currently a Registered Refrigeration Apprentice.

You must be prepared to:

  • Submit your STBC transcript for review
  • Write a math assessment if requested
  • Submit a clean drivers abstract
  • Submit an updated resume
  • Physically work from ladders
  • Interview with the JATC

If you can provide all the above information, you may apply using this link: Click Here

Please note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 

Option 3:  I am currently a Red Seal Refrigeration Journeyperson.

You must be prepared to:

  • Provide copies of all your valid tickets
  • Submit a clean drivers abstract
  • Submit an updated resume
  • Physically work from ladders

If you can provide all the above information, you may apply using this link: Click Here

Please note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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