DUBOIS: If you live in Clearfield County or any of the surrounding yellow-highlighted counties, a hands-on, high-demand career opportunity is knocking.
Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 354 is currently accepting applications for its apprenticeship programs — with a deadline of February 28th — offering residents across Western Pennsylvania a direct path into welding, HVAC, plumbing, and pipefitting careers.
Serving Western Pennsylvania Since 1972
Local 354 was formed in 1972 through the merger of three established unions — Local 302 in Charleroi, Local 530 in Johnstown, and Local 478 in Greensburg. Today, the union represents approximately 600 journeymen and apprentices across the region and is affiliated with the United Association, a national organization known for setting high standards in training and craftsmanship.
The union’s jurisdiction covers:
Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Fayette, Huntingdon, Indiana, Jefferson, Somerset, Westmoreland — along with parts of Washington and Greene counties.
For residents in Clearfield County and neighboring communities, that means eligibility to apply and train within a respected, established labor organization.
What Makes Local 354 Different?
Local 354 emphasizes more than just job placement — it focuses on long-term career development.
Members receive access to:
- Structured, earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship programs
- Advanced training in HVAC and plumbing service
- Ongoing skills development to meet industry demand
- Work opportunities with signatory contractors
- Representation and support through United Association affiliation
The union operates a modern training center located at 5095 Center Drive in Latrobe, PA, offering state-of-the-art instruction in both HVAC and plumbing technologies.
Whether you’re:
- A high school graduate considering the trades
- Someone currently working non-union and looking for advancement
- An experienced technician seeking better training and stability
- A contractor looking for highly skilled labor
Local 354 positions itself as a resource and pathway forward.
Why Skilled Trades?
Skilled trades continue to be among the most stable and in-demand career fields in Pennsylvania. HVAC, plumbing, welding, and pipefitting are essential services — meaning steady demand regardless of economic swings.
Benefits of entering a union apprenticeship often include:
- Competitive wages that increase as skills improve
- Structured training with industry-certified instruction
- Health and retirement benefits
- Long-term job security
- Portable skills that travel with you
For Clearfield County residents especially, skilled trades provide a way to build a strong income without relocating — while serving local businesses, industries, and communities.
Application Deadline: February 28th
Local 354 is encouraging eligible residents in its coverage counties to apply before the February 28 deadline. The opportunity offers a practical alternative to traditional college routes — with paid training and real-world experience from day one.
For individuals living in the highlighted counties — including Clearfield — this could be the start of a stable, hands-on career in a field that continues to grow.
