Journeyman Card Application

USW journeyman card applications are processed by the USW Collective Bargaining Services Department. Only USW members can apply. The application must be signed by the local union president or the local union president’s designated representative, and the local union seal must be affixed.

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10-Year Cards

10-Year Cards will be issued to applicants with 10 years of experience in a trade or craft, including the combined crafts (multicrafts), that meet the guidelines and job descriptions negotiated in the respective industries. The former URW guidelines will be used for those in R/PIC.

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING

  • Completed application with DOB AND email address. Click here to download.
  • $10 check or money order made payable to USW for processing fee. Cash is not permitted.
  • Passport-type photo with name and Local Union number on the back.
  • Letter from employer on company letterhead documenting 10 years of experience in the trade or craft. Click here for a sample letter!

Apprenticeship Cards

Apprenticeship Cards will be issued to applicants who have successfully completed a jointly negotiated USW Apprenticeship Program.

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING

  • Completed application. Click here to download.
  • $10 check or money order made payable to USW for processing fee. Cash is not permitted.
  • Passport-type photo with name and Local Union number on the back.
  • Copy of Certificate of graduation from a USW apprenticeship program or a letter from employer on company letterhead certifying completion of a USW apprenticeship program. Click here for a sample letter!

Joint Training Cards

Joint Training Cards will be issued to applicants who have successfully completed a jointly administered Training Program which has been approved by the USW Collective Bargaining Services Department.

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING

  • Completed application. Click here to download.
  • $10 check or money order made payable to USW for processing fee. Cash is not permitted.
  • Passport-type photo with name and Local Union number on the back.
  • Letter from employer on company letterhead documenting completion of the training program and having achieved the top grade of pay in the classification. Click here for a sample letter!

Replacement Cards

USW members who hold Journeyman Cards from Unions that have merged with USW and who are active tradesmen or craftsmen may apply for USW Journeyman Cards without additional documentation.

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING

  • Application with top portion completed. Click here to download.
  • Passport-type photo with name and Local Union number on the back.
  • Photocopy of Journeyman Card being replaced.

Reissued Cards

At the request of a USW Local Union President or USW Journeyman, a USW Journeyman Card will be reissued due to loss or pilferage.

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING

  • Application with top portion completed, including DOB. Click here to download.
  • $10 check or money order made payable to USW for processing fee. Cash is not permitted.
  • Passport-type photo with name and Local Union number on the back.

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