Journeyman pipefitters under UA Local 475 in Newark, NJ earn $46.23/hr in base wages, effective Mar 2026.
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The Local 475 pay scale for 2026 is $46.23 per hour for journeymen in Newark, NJ, or about $92,460 a year at 2,080 hours. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 3/1/26.
| Local 475 journeyman hourly wage | $46.23 / hour |
|---|---|
| Annualized at 2,080 hours (base wage) | $92,460 / year |
| First-period apprentice (≈45 to 50% of scale) | $20.80 to $23.12 / hour |
| Wage sheet effective | 3/1/26 |
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A Local 475 apprentice in Newark, NJ starts at roughly $20.80 an hour, about 45% of the $46.23 journeyman scale, and steps up each period, reaching around $34.67 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 475 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
| 1st period (year 1) | 45% of scale | $20.80 / hour | $41,607 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd period (year 2) | 55% of scale | $25.43 / hour | $50,853 |
| 3rd period (year 3) | 65% of scale | $30.05 / hour | $60,099 |
| 4th period (year 4) | 75% of scale | $34.67 / hour | $69,345 |
| 5th period (year 5) | 85% of scale | $39.30 / hour | $78,591 |
| Journeyman (turned out) | 100% of scale | $46.23 / hour | $92,460 |
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UA Local 475 pay rates and union rules
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Local 475 wages: $46.23 an hour on the journeyman scale, effective 3/1/26. That is the most recent Newark, NJ sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
UA Local 475 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 Newark, NJ area, and local scale in the Newark 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 Newark. We are a private recruiting firm, we do not dispatch, set, or negotiate Local 475 rates. For current Newark scale, dispatch standing, or apprenticeship intake, contact the hall directly.
UA Local 475 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall, call 908-754-1030 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 475 represents highly skilled steamfitters and pipefitters across the northern New Jersey corridor, centering its operations out of the Newark and Warren regions. The local is essential to the region's infrastructure, providing a trained workforce for pharmaceutical facilities, power generation plants, and large-scale commercial developments. Its members are recognized for their expertise in welding, rigging, and complex mechanical systems that keep the dense urban and industrial sectors of New Jersey operational.
The market demand for Local 475 labor is driven by the concentration of heavy industry and institutional construction in the Newark metro area. As technology in the mechanical trades evolves, this local maintains a rigorous training standard to ensure members meet the exacting requirements of modern cleanrooms and energy-efficient building systems. Signatory contractors rely on this union to man projects that require high-density piping and precision environmental controls.
Based on the schedule effective March 1, 2026, the journeyman hourly rate for UA Local 475 is established at $46.23. This base rate is one component of a total compensation package that includes significant contributions to health, welfare, and retirement funds. Apprentice wages are calculated as a percentage of this journeyman scale, typically starting at a lower entry-level rate and increasing annually as the member completes required classroom hours and on-the-job training milestones. By the fifth year of the program, apprentices earn a high percentage of the full rate, reflecting their advanced proficiency in the pipefitting trade. These scheduled increases are negotiated to account for the high cost of living in the New Jersey market while maintaining the competitiveness of signatory mechanical contractors.
The contractor landscape for Local 475 consists of a diverse mix of mechanical primes and specialized subcontractors. These firms range from large-scale mechanical contractors capable of managing multi-million dollar industrial builds to smaller, specialized service shops focusing on commercial boiler systems and HVAC maintenance. Because Newark serves as a logistical and industrial hub, many signatory contractors focus on the pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and healthcare sectors. Hiring fluctuates based on major capital project starts and seasonal maintenance shutdowns at industrial facilities. Signatory partners benefit from a centralized labor pool, allowing them to scale their workforce rapidly in response to large-scale project demands across the region.
While both trades fall under the United Association, Local 475 specifically focuses on Steamfitters and Pipefitters. This involves high-pressure piping, commercial heating and cooling systems, and industrial process lines. Unlike plumbers who focus on potable water and waste systems, steamfitters handle the complex systems that move gases, chemicals, and high-pressure steam through industrial and large-scale commercial environments.
Yes, the local emphasizes advanced certifications through their JATC. Members can pursue UA certifications in various welding processes, medical gas installation, and instrumentation. These certifications are highly valued by signatory contractors in the New Jersey pharmaceutical and industrial sectors, often leading to increased job security and opportunities for foreman-level roles on specialized project sites.
The mechanical trade often sees increased demand during the heating season as commercial boiler systems and steam plants require maintenance and emergency repairs. While some exterior construction may slow down, the specialized nature of steamfitting in indoor industrial and institutional facilities provides a level of stability. Signatory service contractors remain particularly active during peak heating months.
Transferring, or 'traveling', is governed by the United Association's international constitution and the local's current work volume. If the local has 'full employment' and requires additional manpower, members from other locals may be permitted to work in the jurisdiction as travelers. Permanent transfers usually require a formal application process and approval from the Local 475 executive board.
UA Local 475 is seated in Newark, New Jersey (NJ). We hold published wage sheets for 13 locals across New Jersey, 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 475 pay scale for 2026 is $46.23 per hour for journeymen in Newark, NJ, or about $92,460 a year at 2,080 hours. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 3/1/26.
UA Local 475 wages for 2026: journeyman Plumbers & Pipefitters rate of $46.23 per hour in Newark, NJ, effective 3/1/26. Apprentices are paid a graduated percentage of that rate. Confirm any increase since 3/1/26 with the UA Local 475 business office.
The UA Local 475 wage sheet on this page lists the journeyman scale of $46.23 per hour, effective 3/1/26, plus the apprentice percentage steps. The official sheet is published by the UA Local 475 business office; figures here come from that published schedule, so confirm any increase dated after 3/1/26 with the hall.
Local 475 apprentices earn a graduated percentage of the $46.23 per hour journeyman rate, typically starting near 40 to 50% ($20.80 to $23.12 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 475 JATC, so confirm the current apprentice sheet with the training center.
Journeyman pipefitters under the UA Local 475 agreement make $46.23 an hour in base wages, per the wage sheet effective 3/1/26. Overtime, shift premiums, and travel or subsistence pay are added on top under the local's CBA.
$46.23 per hour base wage for a journeyman in Newark, NJ, effective 3/1/26. Annualized at 2,080 hours that is roughly $92,460 before overtime.
A Local 475 apprentice in Newark, NJ starts at roughly $20.80 an hour, about 45% of the $46.23 journeyman scale, and steps up each period, reaching around $34.67 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 475 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
About $20.80 an hour, or roughly $41,607 a year at 2,080 hours, based on the standard 45% first-period step of the $46.23 journeyman rate effective 3/1/26. Apprentices also earn benefit contributions and paid classroom progression; the JATC sets the exact percentage.
Around $30.05 an hour at the standard 65% third-period step, moving to about $34.67 an hour in the fourth period and $46.23 an hour at full journeyman scale. Confirm the published step schedule with the Local 475 training center.
Local 475 wages: $46.23 an hour on the journeyman scale, effective 3/1/26. That is the most recent Newark, NJ sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
The current published UA Local 475 journeyman rate is $46.23 an hour, effective 3/1/26, roughly $92,460 a year at 2,080 hours before overtime. Confirm the effective agreement with the local.
Yes, a one-page printable UA Local 475 rate sheet is available at /rate-sheets/ua-local-475-pay-scale.pdf, showing the $46.23 hourly scale and the 3/1/26 effective date, with the source it was read from. It is a free download, no sign-up needed.
The current UA Local 475 journeyman rate is $46.23/hour, effective 3/1/26. At 2,080 hours that works out to roughly $92,460 per year in base wages before overtime. Rates change with each CBA cycle, confirm with the Local 475 business office before relying on the figure.
Apprentices under the UA Local 475 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 $46.23/hour journeyman rate, a first-period apprentice would be in the $20.80 to $23.12/hour range. The exact percentage schedule is set by the local's JATC.
UA Local 475 is headquartered in Newark, NJ 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 475 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 475 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 475 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 475 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 3/1/26 schedule; check with the Local 475 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 475 against neighboring jurisdictions and other plumbers & pipefitters markets.
Yes, the openings section on this page lists current plumbers & pipefitters roles near Newark, NJ, 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 475 business office.
The UA Local 475 hall is at 136 Mt Bethel Rd, Warren, NJ 07059, serving Newark, NJ and the surrounding jurisdiction. Hall phone: 908-754-1030.
UA Local 475 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall. Call the hall at 908-754-1030 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 475 can be reached at 908-754-1030. Contact details are imported from the union's public directory listing, confirm hours with the hall.
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 475's current application window and requirements, contact the hall at 908-754-1030.
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 908-754-1030.
We haven't found an official source for UA Local 475's dues or membership rules. To confirm, contact the hall at 908-754-1030.
We haven't found an official source for UA Local 475's member benefits. To confirm, contact the hall at 908-754-1030.
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