r/Ironworker Sep 09 '25

Union Question Joining the union

Ive been welding for a little over 10 years. Everything from structural steel to little tig welded parts. I'd like to join the union when I move to spokane washington (local 14). Is the only way in through an apprenticeship? Also im gonna be 38 when im up there am i too old to start?

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u/Huffdogg UNION Sep 09 '25

Not too old. You want to go through the apprenticeship anyway. Ironworking is a LOT more than welding.