Journeyman pipefitters under UA Local 189 in Columbus, OH earn $53/hr in base wages, or $77.25/hr as a total package with fringe benefits, effective Aug 2025.
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The Local 189 pay scale for 2026 is $53.00 per hour for journeymen in Columbus, OH, or about $106,000 a year at 2,080 hours. The total package, including employer-paid fringe benefits, is $77.25 per hour. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 8/3/25.
| Local 189 journeyman hourly wage | $53.00 / hour |
|---|---|
| Total package (wage + fringe benefits) | $77.25 / hour |
| Annualized at 2,080 hours (base wage) | $106,000 / year |
| First-period apprentice (≈45 to 50% of scale) | $23.85 to $26.50 / hour |
| Wage sheet effective | 8/3/25 |
| Classification | Combo |
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A Local 189 apprentice in Columbus, OH starts at roughly $23.85 an hour, about 45% of the $53.00 journeyman scale, and steps up each period, reaching around $39.75 an hour by the fourth year and full scale on turning out. These are the standard percentage steps of scale, not a wage sheet Local 189 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
| 1st period (year 1) | 45% of scale | $23.85 / hour | $47,700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd period (year 2) | 55% of scale | $29.15 / hour | $58,300 |
| 3rd period (year 3) | 65% of scale | $34.45 / hour | $68,900 |
| 4th period (year 4) | 75% of scale | $39.75 / hour | $79,500 |
| 5th period (year 5) | 85% of scale | $45.05 / hour | $90,100 |
| Journeyman (turned out) | 100% of scale | $53.00 / hour | $106,000 |
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Local 189 wages: $53.00 an hour on the journeyman scale, $77.25 an hour with fringe benefits added, effective 8/3/25. That is the most recent Columbus, OH sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
UA Local 189 has not published a current wage sheet to the public rate sources we track, so the figure above is the reporting-wide pipefitters average, not this hall's own scale. Members dispatched out of this hall work commercial mechanical and process piping, chiller and boiler work, HVAC piping and hydronics and service, retrofit and shutdown work for signatory contractors throughout the Columbus, OH area, and local scale in the Columbus market is normally set by the hall's current collective bargaining agreement, confirm it with the business office before quoting.
Gulfstream recruits pipefitters talent for commercial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, piping, sheet metal and building automation contractors in and around Columbus. We are a private recruiting firm, we do not dispatch, set, or negotiate Local 189 rates. For current Columbus scale, dispatch standing, or apprenticeship intake, contact the hall directly.
UA Local 189 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall, call 614-486-2912 to confirm dispatch procedure, required documents (union card, certifications, ID) and current list standing before traveling in. Contact details are imported from the UA, SMART and IBEW public directories. Gulfstream is a private recruiting firm, is not affiliated with the local, and does not control hall dispatch.
UA Local 189 represents the skilled plumbers and pipefitters across the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area and surrounding Central Ohio counties. Since 2014, our recruitment team has tracked this local as a critical hub for high-density industrial and commercial development. As the primary labor source for piping systems in one of the Midwest's fastest-growing tech and manufacturing corridors, Local 189 ensures that large-scale infrastructure projects meet rigorous safety and performance standards. The local manages a diverse workforce trained in medical gas, process piping, and high-purity water systems required for the region's expanding industrial footprint.
The Central Ohio market is characterized by a significant concentration of healthcare facilities, data centers, and educational institutions, all of which rely on the specialized craftsmanship of Local 189 members. Being a signatory member or contractor within this jurisdiction provides access to the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) resources, which are essential for maintaining a competitive edge in complex mechanical installations. With Columbus serving as a logistics and technology powerhouse, the demand for licensed plumbers and certified pipefitters remains consistent, making Local 189 a foundational pillar of the regional construction economy and a benchmark for labor standards in the state.
Effective August 3, 2025, the journeyman hourly rate for UA Local 189 is established at $53.00, contributing to a total compensation package of $77.25 per hour when fringe benefits are included. This $24.25 benefit spread covers essential protections including healthcare and retirement security. Apprentices entering the five-year program typically begin at a percentage of the journeyman rate, often starting around 45% to 50% for first-year trainees. As the apprentice accumulates on-the-job training hours and completes required classroom modules through the JATC, these percentages increase annually. Upon reaching five years and passing the required licensure or certification exams, the worker advances to the full journeyman scale. These figures are subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) updates and should be verified with the hall for specific mid-term adjustments.
The contractor landscape for Local 189 is comprised of a robust mix of large-scale mechanical primes and specialized service contractors. These signatory firms handle the region's most complex mechanical contracts, including central utility plants for hospitals and mission-critical cooling systems for the data center alley. There is also a strong presence of plumbing contractors focused on commercial tenant fit-outs and municipal infrastructure. Hiring fluctuates based on project cycles, but the steady pipeline of institutional work in Central Ohio provides a stable environment for signatory employers. Contractors benefit from a centralized dispatch system that provides a steady stream of OSHA-certified and highly trained labor capable of meeting tight project schedules.
While both trades fall under the Local 189 umbrella, plumbers primarily focus on potable water, sanitary waste, and venting systems in commercial and residential settings. Pipefitters generally handle high-pressure systems, including steam, chemicals, and cooling fluids used in industrial manufacturing and power generation. In Columbus, many members hold dual certifications to work across both scopes depending on project requirements.
Yes, Local 189 maintains a rigorous welding program through its JATC. Members can obtain UA certifications in various processes, including SMAW, GTAW, and orbital welding. These certifications are essential for industrial work in the local's jurisdiction, particularly for high-pressure steam lines and specialized process piping in the food and beverage or pharmaceutical sectors.
Local 189 utilizes an 'out-of-work' list to manage fair employment distribution. When signatory contractors need labor, they contact the hall, and members are dispatched based on their position on the list and their specific certifications (such as med-gas or welding). This system ensures that the most qualified workers are matched with the specific needs of Central Ohio's mechanical projects.
Travelers from other UA locals are often utilized when the local work demand exceeds the available resident workforce. However, a formal transfer of membership (travel card) is subject to the bylaws of Local 189 and the approval of the business manager. Transferring members must typically demonstrate a period of consistent work within the jurisdiction before a permanent move is finalized.
UA Local 189 is seated in Columbus, Ohio (OH). We hold published wage sheets for 34 locals across Ohio, compare nearby scales before you take a call.
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Journeyman scales as last published by each local. Rates change every contract cycle, confirm with the hall.
The Local 189 pay scale for 2026 is $53.00 per hour for journeymen in Columbus, OH, or about $106,000 a year at 2,080 hours. The total package, including employer-paid fringe benefits, is $77.25 per hour. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 8/3/25.
UA Local 189 wages for 2026: journeyman Plumbers & Pipefitters rate of $53.00 per hour in Columbus, OH, with a total package of $77.25 per hour including fringe benefits, effective 8/3/25. Apprentices are paid a graduated percentage of that rate. Confirm any increase since 8/3/25 with the UA Local 189 business office.
The UA Local 189 wage sheet on this page lists the journeyman scale of $53.00 per hour ($77.25 per hour total package), effective 8/3/25, plus the apprentice percentage steps. The official sheet is published by the UA Local 189 business office; figures here come from that published schedule, so confirm any increase dated after 8/3/25 with the hall.
Local 189 apprentices earn a graduated percentage of the $53.00 per hour journeyman rate, typically starting near 40 to 50% ($23.85 to $26.50 per hour) in the first period and stepping up each period to 100% at turnout. The exact percentage schedule is set by the UA Local 189 JATC, so confirm the current apprentice sheet with the training center.
Journeyman pipefitters under the UA Local 189 agreement make $53.00 an hour in base wages, or $77.25 an hour counting the fringe package, per the wage sheet effective 8/3/25. Overtime, shift premiums, and travel or subsistence pay are added on top under the local's CBA.
$53.00 per hour base wage and $77.25 per hour total package for a journeyman in Columbus, OH, effective 8/3/25. Annualized at 2,080 hours that is roughly $106,000 before overtime.
A Local 189 apprentice in Columbus, OH starts at roughly $23.85 an hour, about 45% of the $53.00 journeyman scale, and steps up each period, reaching around $39.75 an hour by the fourth year and full scale on turning out. These are the standard percentage steps of scale, not a wage sheet Local 189 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
About $23.85 an hour, or roughly $47,700 a year at 2,080 hours, based on the standard 45% first-period step of the $53.00 journeyman rate effective 8/3/25. Apprentices also earn benefit contributions and paid classroom progression; the JATC sets the exact percentage.
Around $34.45 an hour at the standard 65% third-period step, moving to about $39.75 an hour in the fourth period and $53.00 an hour at full journeyman scale. Confirm the published step schedule with the Local 189 training center.
Local 189 wages: $53.00 an hour on the journeyman scale, $77.25 an hour with fringe benefits added, effective 8/3/25. That is the most recent Columbus, OH sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
The current published UA Local 189 journeyman rate is $53.00 an hour ($77.25 total package), effective 8/3/25, roughly $106,000 a year at 2,080 hours before overtime. Confirm the effective agreement with the local.
Yes, a one-page printable UA Local 189 rate sheet is available at /rate-sheets/ua-local-189-pay-scale.pdf, showing the $53.00 hourly scale, the $77.25 total package and the 8/3/25 effective date, with the source it was read from. It is a free download, no sign-up needed.
The current UA Local 189 journeyman rate is $53.00/hour, with a total package of $77.25/hour including fringe benefits, effective 8/3/25. At 2,080 hours that works out to roughly $106,000 per year in base wages before overtime. Rates change with each CBA cycle, confirm with the Local 189 business office before relying on the figure.
The $53.00/hour figure is the base journeyman wage that lands on the paycheck. The $77.25/hour total package adds employer-paid fringes, health and welfare, pension, annuity, apprenticeship training, and industry funds. Contractors bid work off the total package, so that is the number that matters when comparing plumbers & pipefitters labor costs across locals.
Apprentices under the UA Local 189 agreement are paid a graduated percentage of the journeyman rate, typically starting near 40 to 50% in the first period and stepping up each six-month or annual period until reaching 100% at turnout. Against the current $53.00/hour journeyman rate, a first-period apprentice would be in the $23.85 to $26.50/hour range. The exact percentage schedule is set by the local's JATC.
UA Local 189 is headquartered in Columbus, OH and dispatches plumbers & pipefitters manpower throughout its chartered jurisdiction. Work performed inside that territory falls under the local's collective bargaining agreement and wage schedule, even when the contractor is based elsewhere and travels in.
Most locals require applicants to be at least 18, legally able to work in the U.S., hold a high school diploma or GED, pass a basic math/aptitude assessment and a drug screen, and be physically able to perform plumbers & pipefitters work. Some Local 189 programs give preference to applicants inside the jurisdiction or to veterans. Eligibility rules are set by the local's Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC), so confirm the current criteria with the hall before applying.
Apprenticeship applications go through the UA Local 189 JATC, not through a contractor or a recruiter. Applications typically open in defined intake windows each year: you submit the application with proof of age, education, and residency, sit for an aptitude test, and then interview. Ranked applicants are placed on an eligibility list and indentured as signatory contractors call for apprentices. Gulfstream Strategic Placements does not process apprenticeship applications, contact the Local 189 training center directly.
Plumbers & Pipefitters apprenticeships generally run four to five years, roughly 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training plus several hundred classroom hours per year. Apprentices earn a paycheck the entire time, stepping up through the wage periods until they turn out as journeymen at 100% of scale.
Signatory contractors hire through the local's hiring hall, so working under the UA Local 189 agreement generally means being a member or being organized in through the local's process. Journeymen from other locals can travel in by signing the out-of-work book, subject to the local's referral rules and manpower needs. Non-union plumbers & pipefitters are usually placed with open-shop contractors instead, we recruit for both.
Rates move with the collective bargaining agreement, typically on a fixed anniversary date each year of a three- to five-year contract, with negotiated increases split between the base wage and the fringe package. The figures on this page reflect the 8/3/25 schedule; check with the Local 189 business office for any increase that has taken effect since.
Wage rates vary widely by local and market. Use the Union Pay Scale Explorer to sort every UA and SMART local by hourly wage, total package, and annualized pay so you can benchmark Local 189 against neighboring jurisdictions and other plumbers & pipefitters markets.
Yes, the openings section on this page lists current plumbers & pipefitters roles near Columbus, OH, and you can apply directly through the apply form on this page. These are direct-hire positions with mechanical contractors that Gulfstream recruits for, not union dispatch or hall referrals. For the hall's out-of-work list, contact the Local 189 business office.
The UA Local 189 hall is at 1250 Kinnear Rd Columbus, OH 43212, serving Columbus, OH and the surrounding jurisdiction. Hall phone: 614-486-2912. The hall office is open Mon to Fri 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (per the local's official site).
The UA Local 189 hall office is open Mon to Fri 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, as published on the local's official website. Dispatch and out-of-work list procedures can differ from office hours, call 614-486-2912 to confirm before traveling in.
UA Local 189 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall. Call the hall at 614-486-2912 to confirm dispatch hours, required documents (union card, certifications, ID) and current list standing before traveling in | Gulfstream does not control hall dispatch.
UA Local 189 can be reached at 614-486-2912. The hall office is open Mon to Fri 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, per the local's official site.
Apply through the local's joint apprenticeship training committee (JATC). Most programs open applications on a set schedule and require an aptitude test and interview. For UA Local 189's current application window and requirements, contact the hall at 614-486-2912.
Each Plumbers & Pipefitters local sets its own intake process, and it varies. The common paths: apprenticeship through the JATC; organizing in as an experienced worker, since journeymen and technicians already working in the trade can usually apply directly to the hall for membership; or transferring from another local of the same international with a transfer card from your current hall. For fees and requirements, contact the hall at 614-486-2912.
We haven't found an official source for UA Local 189's dues or membership rules. To confirm, contact the hall at 614-486-2912.
We haven't found an official source for UA Local 189's member benefits. To confirm, contact the hall at 614-486-2912.
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