Member benefits and dues as the local's own published sources state them, plus the usual paths to membership. Where no source exists, we say so.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Weekly accident and sickness benefits
Member assistance program
Dues & membership rules
Hiring hall referral procedures apply
How to join SMART Local 17
Each Sheet Metal Workers local sets its own intake process, and it varies — we don't guess at SMART Local 17's rules. The common paths into a Sheet Metal Workers local:
Apprenticeship — Apply through the local's joint apprenticeship training committee (JATC). Most Sheet Metal Workers programs open applications on a set schedule and require an aptitude test and interview.
Organize in as an experienced worker — Journeymen and technicians already working in the trade can usually apply directly to the hall for membership.
Transfer from another local — Members of the same international can request a transfer card through their current hall.
For SMART Local 17's current application window, fees and requirements, contact the hall directly at (617) 296-1680 or visit the local's official site.
How to apply for a job
Through the hall — Many locals dispatch work through a referral or out-of-work list. Whether SMART Local 17 uses one, how to sign it and how often to re-sign are set by the local — confirm with the hall.
Through Gulfstream — Gulfstream recruits for signatory and open-shop mechanical, electrical and controls contractors. You do not need to be a member to apply to our openings.
Estimate your hourly, weekly and annual pay from the federal prevailing-wage table on file for SMART Local 17. The interactive calculator on this page lets you pick a classification and enter your hours; the sourced rates are below.
SMART Local 17 full pay table
Unverified: source does not name this local; confirm with the hall
Unverified until confirmed with the hall: copied from the wage sheet posted on smw17boston.org, not a government rate line.
Total package $116.34/hour. Working dues of $3.27/hour (with PAL) are deducted from wages. Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Maine have their own sheets on the hall's site.
Membership and apprenticeship applications are handled by SMART Local 17 directly, not by Gulfstream. Call the hall at (617) 296-1680 to ask about current intake. The hall states: Hiring hall referral procedures apply. Source: Hall-published source
What benefits do SMART Local 17 members receive?
The hall lists: Medical, dental and vision coverage, Weekly accident and sickness benefits, Member assistance program. Source: Hall-published source
How do I contact SMART Local 17?
Address: 1157 Adams Street Dorchester MA 02124 US. Phone: (617) 296-1680. Website: https://www.smw17boston.org.