SMART LU#49 APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM ALBUQUERQUE, NM
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Our Commitment to Excellence    

We pledge to provide the highest quality training to the unionized sheet metal industry to ensure a better quality of life to benefit both labor and management"-SMART LU 49 JATC

Joint Apprenticeship & Training Accredited Four Year Apprenticeship Program includes training in: 

Sheet Metal Worker (HVAC work):  ​

Apprentices learn safety, mathematics, pattern development and layout, drafting, computer drafting, welding (MIG, TIG, Gas, Arc), plasma cutting, blueprint reading, OSHA 10, basic refrigeration, HVAC systems and design, shop fabrication, testing adjusting and balancing (TAB) HVAC systems, filtration, indoor air quality (IAQ), and specialty exhaust systems (fiberglass, stainless steel, PVC, etc.)

Service and Controls Technician: ​

Apprentices learn safety, refrigeration, heating, controls, basic electricity, low voltage wiring, HVAC systems, basic blueprint reading, duct design, EPA certifications, motors, troubleshooting and repair of HVAC equipment.   Apprentices can work on residential or commercial HVAC systems and will be required to attend 200 classroom hours of related instruction per year (5 separate weeks of concentrated training, scheduled over the school year).

It’s not just a job, but a career that offers employer paid benefits such as: ​

  • ​Family Plan Insurance 
  • Pension Plan
  • 401-K (contributions begin once you become a journeyperson​)
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Applications can be sent to you via email or mail. You may also complete an application in person at our office. Please bring all required documents when you come in person. We highly encourage you to fill out the Apprentice Application form and complete the application process online.
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​If you would like to start the application process online click here.


​If you come in person  to apply you will need to have a valid form of ID. In-person applications will only be available until 3:00 pm.                                       

​​SMART LU#49 JATC Training Center
2300 Buena Vista Dr. SE., Suite 138 
Albuquerque, NM  87106

Hours of Operation: 
Monday - Friday
8 am - 4 pm​

Closed:
Weekends and Major Holidays
Phone: (505)242-4262
Fax: (505)242-0166
Text:(505)238-0900

General email:
info@smartlu49jatc.com​
Training Coordinator:
​Iris Urquidi
Full-time instructors:
Jerry Arms
Richard Stoltenberg
Administrative Assistants:
Aspen Garcia
​Priscilla Garcia-Pacheco
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  • Home
  • Become a SMART Apprentice
    • Why SMART Apprenticeship?
    • Entrance Requirements
    • FAQ
    • Apply
  • Current Apprentices
    • 2023-2024 Class Schedule
    • Contact Information Update
  • Continuing Education
    • Night Classes
    • Journeyman Continuing Education
  • Resources
    • Travel Information
  • Contact Us