Journeyman pipefitters under UA Local 436 in Pascagoula, MS earn $30.50/hr in base wages, effective Oct 2025.
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The Local 436 pay scale for 2026 is $30.50 per hour for journeymen in Pascagoula, MS, or about $61,000 a year at 2,080 hours. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 10/20/25.
| Local 436 journeyman hourly wage | $30.50 / hour |
|---|---|
| Annualized at 2,080 hours (base wage) | $61,000 / year |
| First-period apprentice (≈45–50% of scale) | $13.73–$15.25 / hour |
| Wage sheet effective | 10/20/25 |
| Classification | Pipefitters |
A Local 436 apprentice in Pascagoula, MS starts at roughly $13.73 an hour — about 45% of the $30.50 journeyman scale — and steps up each period, reaching around $22.88 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 436 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
| 1st period (year 1) | 45% of scale | $13.73 / hour | $27,450 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd period (year 2) | 55% of scale | $16.78 / hour | $33,550 |
| 3rd period (year 3) | 65% of scale | $19.83 / hour | $39,650 |
| 4th period (year 4) | 75% of scale | $22.88 / hour | $45,750 |
| 5th period (year 5) | 85% of scale | $25.93 / hour | $51,850 |
| Journeyman (turned out) | 100% of scale | $30.50 / hour | $61,000 |
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Local 436 wages: $30.50 an hour on the journeyman scale, effective 10/20/25. That is the most recent Pascagoula, MS sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
UA Local 436's published wage sheet does not break out fringes, so we show only the wage figures it prints.
Unverified: crowd-sourced figure (unionpayscales.com), not confirmed against the local's own wage sheet
Download the UA Local 436 pay scale (PDF) — one-page printable rate sheet, effective October 20, 2025.
| Benefit & fringe contributions | Not published | The wage sheet does not separate fringes for this local. |
|---|---|---|
| What the contributions fund | Health & welfare, pension, annuity, training and industry funds | Standard fund categories in mechanical and electrical agreements. The exact split between funds is set in the local's agreement — the hall or fund office publishes the schedule. |
| Paid on | Every hour worked | Fringe contributions are made per hour worked, so they scale with dispatched hours and are paid to the funds rather than to the member. |
The rates above are the UA Local 436 scale used across the Pascagoula, MS area. 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 Pascagoula metro, so a pipefitters wage quoted locally is normally this scale plus the fringe package shown in the table.
Gulfstream recruits pipefitters talent for commercial mechanical, plumbing, piping, sheet metal and building automation contractors in and around Pascagoula. We are a private recruiting firm — we do not dispatch, set, or negotiate Local 436 rates. For current Pascagoula scale, dispatch standing, or apprenticeship intake, contact the hall directly.
UA Local 436 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall — call 228-762-2972 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.
United Association Local 436 represents the skilled plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast and surrounding industrial corridors. Based in Pascagoula, this local is a cornerstone of the region's heavy industrial and maritime infrastructure. The membership provides specialized labor for complex piping systems required in shipbuilding, petrochemical processing, and power generation. Because the Pascagoula market is home to some of the largest industrial sites in the United States, Local 436 maintains rigorous training standards to ensure their craftsmen meet the high-pressure and high-alloy welding requirements common in coastal Mississippi projects. Their work is essential for the logistical and energy security of the regional economy.
The market served by Local 436 is characterized by a high concentration of industrial maintenance and large-scale capital construction. Unlike more diversified metropolitan markets, the Pascagoula territory requires a workforce heavily weighted toward pipefitting and specialized welding. The local works closely with signatory contractors to provide a stable labor pool that can scale quickly for planned outages and major industrial expansions. For the tradesperson, this means the environment is challenging and demands a high level of technical proficiency, particularly in code-compliant welding and industrial instrumentation. As Gulfstream Strategic Placements has observed since 2014, the stability of this local is tied directly to the long-term capital investments made in the Gulf Coast's industrial sector.
Effective October 20, 2025, the Journeyman hourly rate for UA Local 436 is established at $30.50. This base rate represents the taxable hourly pay and does not include the additional fringe benefit package which covers healthcare and retirement security. Apprentices entering the program typically start at a percentage of this journeyman rate, often beginning around 50% and receiving incremental raises every six to twelve months as they complete required classroom hours and on-the-job training milestones. By the fifth year of the program, an apprentice's wage will closely approach the full journeyman scale. It is important to note that these figures are subject to the specific terms of the current collective bargaining agreement and should be verified with the Local 436 business office for the most current total package breakdown.
The jurisdiction of UA Local 436 is centered in Jackson County, Mississippi, and extends to cover the southeastern corner of the state along the Gulf of Mexico. The charter encompasses critical industrial zones where piping systems for maritime vessels, refineries, and chemical plants are primary. Work performed under this jurisdiction includes the installation, maintenance, and repair of all potable water, heating, and process piping systems. While the concentration of work is highest in the immediate Pascagoula and Moss Point areas, the local’s reach ensures that signatory contractors have access to qualified labor for projects throughout the surrounding rural counties and coastal industrial parks, adhering to standardized dispatch rules for all members.
The contractor landscape for UA Local 436 is dominated by large-scale industrial mechanical firms and specialty piping contractors. These organizations often manage multi-year maintenance contracts for the region's refineries and maritime facilities. In addition to these heavy industrial players, the signatory list includes regional mechanical primes that handle commercial HVAC and plumbing for institutional projects such as hospitals and schools. Since 2014, the hiring trend in this market has remained closely linked to the cycles of industrial shutdowns and federal maritime contracts. Contractors here value highly certified welders and fitters who can navigate the stringent safety and security requirements of high-hazard industrial environments.
Given the heavy industrial nature of the Pascagoula market, ASME pressure vessel welding certifications and UA weld certifications (such as 21, 22, and 41) are highly prized. Additionally, certifications in industrial instrumentation and high-pressure steam systems are frequently required for work in the local refineries and maritime facilities, providing members with more consistent dispatch opportunities.
Yes, as a member of the United Association, Local 436 members can work as 'travel cards' in other jurisdictions when the local work is slow. Conversely, during large industrial shutdowns or major shipyard projects, the local may call for travelers from other UA locals to meet the temporary demand for skilled pipefitters and welders.
Plumbers generally focus on commercial and institutional water, waste, and gas systems, often following the IPC or UPC codes. Pipefitters in Local 436 primarily handle high-pressure process piping, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems within industrial settings. Both tracks undergo a five-year apprenticeship, but their specific certifications and daily tasks differ based on the project type.
Many job sites within the Local 436 jurisdiction are high-security areas, such as shipyards and chemical plants. Members are often required to pass rigorous background checks and drug screenings. The local and its signatory contractors prioritize safety training, often requiring OSHA 10 or 30 certifications and specific site-safety orientations before a member can begin work.
UA Local 436 is seated in Pascagoula, Mississippi (MS). We hold published wage sheets for 5 locals across Mississippi — 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 436 pay scale for 2026 is $30.50 per hour for journeymen in Pascagoula, MS, or about $61,000 a year at 2,080 hours. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 10/20/25.
Journeyman pipefitters under the UA Local 436 agreement make $30.50 an hour in base wages, per the wage sheet effective 10/20/25. Overtime, shift premiums, and travel or subsistence pay are added on top under the local's CBA.
$30.50 per hour base wage for a journeyman in Pascagoula, MS, effective 10/20/25. Annualized at 2,080 hours that is roughly $61,000 before overtime.
A Local 436 apprentice in Pascagoula, MS starts at roughly $13.73 an hour — about 45% of the $30.50 journeyman scale — and steps up each period, reaching around $22.88 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 436 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
About $13.73 an hour, or roughly $27,450 a year at 2,080 hours, based on the standard 45% first-period step of the $30.50 journeyman rate effective 10/20/25. Apprentices also earn benefit contributions and paid classroom progression; the JATC sets the exact percentage.
Around $19.83 an hour at the standard 65% third-period step, moving to about $22.88 an hour in the fourth period and $30.50 an hour at full journeyman scale. Confirm the published step schedule with the Local 436 training center.
Local 436 wages: $30.50 an hour on the journeyman scale, effective 10/20/25. That is the most recent Pascagoula, MS sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
The current published UA Local 436 journeyman rate is $30.50 an hour, effective 10/20/25 — roughly $61,000 a year at 2,080 hours before overtime. Confirm the effective agreement with the local.
Yes — a one-page printable UA Local 436 rate sheet is available at /rate-sheets/ua-local-436-pay-scale.pdf, showing the $30.50 hourly scale and the 10/20/25 effective date, with the source it was read from. It is a free download — no sign-up needed.
The current UA Local 436 journeyman rate is $30.50/hour, effective 10/20/25. At 2,080 hours that works out to roughly $61,000 per year in base wages before overtime. Rates change with each CBA cycle — confirm with the Local 436 business office before relying on the figure.
Apprentices under the UA Local 436 agreement are paid a graduated percentage of the journeyman rate, typically starting near 40–50% in the first period and stepping up each six-month or annual period until reaching 100% at turnout. Against the current $30.50/hour journeyman rate, a first-period apprentice would be in the $13.73–$15.25/hour range. The exact percentage schedule is set by the local's JATC.
UA Local 436 is headquartered in Pascagoula, MS 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 436 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 436 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 436 training center directly.
Plumbers & Pipefitters apprenticeships generally run four to five years — roughly 8,000–10,000 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 436 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 professionals 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 10/20/25 schedule; check with the Local 436 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 436 against neighboring jurisdictions and other plumbers & pipefitters markets.
The UA Local 436 hall is at 1307 Jackson Ave Pascagoula, MS 39567, serving Pascagoula, MS and the surrounding jurisdiction. Hall phone: 228-762-2972.
UA Local 436 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall. Call the hall at 228-762-2972 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 436 can be reached at 228-762-2972. Contact details are imported from the union's public directory listing — confirm hours with the hall.
$30.50/hr in base wages for pipefitters, effective October 20, 2025 per the unionpayscales.com wage sheet.
October 20, 2025. Pulled from the local's current published CBA wage sheet on unionpayscales.com and cross-checked at build time. High confidence for offer benchmarking.
The published wage sheet for this local prints wages without a separate fringe line, so we do not show a benefit figure. The hall's fund office can provide the contribution schedule.
No. Gulfstream Strategic Placements is a private mechanical construction recruiting firm. We are not affiliated with the local, we do not run dispatch, and we do not set or negotiate union rates. We publish the local's own sourced figures as a reference for members and contractors.
High confidence — last cross-checked against the source on Sep 23, 2026 (7 days ago). Always confirm the current step with the hall before relying on it for an offer.