GENERAL INFORMATION
APPRENTICESHIP
JOURNEYPERSON UPGRADE CLASSES
SEMINARS
REGISTRATION
NEWS AND EVENTS
TRAINING RESOURCES
ONLINE TRAINING
What is the mission of the Training Department?
The Training Department is committed to providing Local 39
members with quality training that will allow them to be
amongst the top professionals in the industry. Through our
apprenticeship program and popular classes such as Digital
Controls and Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, our
instructors are able to pass on their extensive knowledge
and experience.
How can I contact you?
There are several ways to reach us here at the Training
Department. You may reach the San Francisco office via phone
at (415) 285-3939. To speak to someone at the Sacramento
office, please call (916) 928-0200. To contact us via email,
please see the Contacts
page. For postal mail, our address is:
Local 39 Training Department (Headquarters)
560 Barneveld Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124
Where are your training centers located?
We have two main training centers; one in San Francisco
and another in Sacramento. For maps and directions, please
see Training Locations.
San Francisco Training Center (Headquarters)
560 Barneveld Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124
Sacramento Training Center
1513 Sports Drive, Suite 150
Sacramento, CA 95834
Besides our two main training locations, we also offer classes
at other sites. You can get information about these locations
here.
What are the training centers' hours?
Our two offices are open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
What do Stationary Engineers do?
Stationary Engineers operate and maintain equipment in buildings,
such as boilers, pumps, fans, compressors, refrigeration and
air conditioning units and systems, motors and automated controls.
They are responsible for the safe, efficient operation of all
systems under their control. Engineers work in hospitals, hotels,
food processing and other industrial plants, public and private
office buildings, wastewater plants, drinking water plants, and
airports.
How do I get to be an engineer?
There are two ways to become an engineer. You can enter our
apprenticeship program to acquire the skills needed or, if you
already have the skills, you can call Local 39 Dispatch at (415) 861-1178.
How do I join the union?
To join the union, please call Local 39 at (415) 861-1135.
They will be able to help you with the membership process.
Do you know of any job openings?
To get information on job openings, please call Local 39 Dispatch at (415) 861-1178. Call in hours: 10:00pm-11:00am. Walk-in hours: 8:30am-10:00am. Walk-in address: 337 Valencia Street, San Francisco.
How do I know if my employer is a contributor?
Contact your business agent to find out if your employer
is a contributor.
Who can attend classes?
The Training Department offers classes to Local 39 members of contributing employers and non-contributing employers. Non-members are also welcome to attend classes, but pay a higher rate per class.
When are courses offered?
We offer full semester courses in the fall and spring.
Seminars occur year-round.
Do you need instructors?
Yes! We are always looking for qualified instructors who
wish to share their knowledge with others. Please contact
us at (415) 285-3939 if you are interested in teaching a
class or seminar.
How do I become an instructor?
Our instructors must have at least 6 years of industry experience or a college-approved teaching credential. If you meet this qualification, please contact Tammie Lewis-Sansano at tlewis-sansano@local39training.org. She can be reached by phone at (415) 285-3939.
Do you have a printed catalog of classes?
Yes. Our Fall 2007 Course Catalogs are now available. You can get a copy at your local union hall or training center. Or you can download it here. Adobe Acrobat is required.
Are you interested in getting suggestions for your website?
We would greatly appreciate your feedback on our site. Please contact us with any comments or suggestions.
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What is the apprenticeship program about?
An apprenticeship program is an organized system of on-the-job training
supplemented by related technical instruction, in which the apprentice
learns by doing, and earns while learning. The apprentice will be indentured
by the Joint Labor Mangement Apprenticeship Committee (JAC), which will
monitor the apprentice's progress for the four years of the program. For
details, please see About
Apprenticeship.
When is the test notice for apprenticeship available?
The application for apprenticeship testing is now closed. The next application will occur in June of 2008. Imformation for testing will be released after April 2008.
What should I study for the apprenticeship test?
The test is a general education exam that evaluates your reading,
mathematics, applied mathematics, language and spelling skills.
Contact your local public library for general education reference
materials. One way to prepare is to review the basic skills required
for a High School graduate.
When is the next apprenticeship graduation?
The 45th Annual Apprenticeship Graduation will be in March 2008. For updates, please see
Graduation Information.
How do I get a copy of the Apprenticeship Standards?
To receive a copy of the Apprenticeship Standards of the
Northern California and Northern Nevada Stationary Engineers,
please contact Jim Maple at (415) 285-3939 or via email at
jmaple@local39training.org.
There is a $5.00 printing charge for non-members.
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What classes will be offered this coming semester?
Please see Journeyperson Upgrade Classes
for class descriptions, locations and times.
Where will the classes be taught?
Classes will be held in San Francisco, Sacramento, San Jose, Concord and Hayward. Location details can be found under
Training Locations.
Are the classes you offer college credit courses?
Our High Rise Fire Safety Director class is 1.5 credits through
City College.
Will Local 39 refund me for taking a class or seminar at another school?
If a member of a contributing employer takes a full semester,
job-related course at a community college or regional occupation
center, Local 39 Training Department will reimburse the student
up to seventy-five dollars for the registration fee. The student
must successfully pass the class and present a transcript and
receipt for the reimbursement.
I just finished taking a course. When will I receive my grade?
Our instructors are given time to complete their grades and
turn them in so your grades are not ready immediately. After
thirty days from the last day of your course, please call the
San Francisco Training Center at (415) 285-3939 to receive
your grade.
Do you have summer classes?
No, we do not have summer classes at this time. We do offer a variety of seminars during the summer.
When is the next High Rise Fire Safety Course?
Our next course will be announced on this site. Please see the Certification section of this website.
When is the next High Rise Fire Safety Renewal Course?
Our next course will be announced on this site. Please see the Certification section of this website.
I'm interested in Biomedical Engineering. Do you have courses to help me?
Look out for Intro to Biomed Equipment and Repair in the coming semester.
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Where can I find a list of upcoming seminars?
Check for seminars at a location near you by going to
Upcoming Seminars.
I'm interested in a specific topic. Are you willing to give
a seminar on this subject?
If you are interested in attending a seminar that we do not currently offer, please email Tammie Lewis-Sansano at tlewis-sansano@local39training.org. In order to conduct the seminar, we need a minimum of 15 students.
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How do I register for classes and seminars?
To register, download the registration form using Adobe Acrobat Reader. You can find the form under
How to Register. Complete all necessary information and fax or mail it to:
Local 39 Training Department (Headquarters)
Registration Department
560 Barneveld Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124
Fax (415)285-6916
You may also register in person at our San Francisco Training Center.
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Can I register online?
Currently, we do not offer online registration. We are planning on making this feature available in the future.
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What Training Department events are going on right now?
To see our list of events, go to
Current News/Future Events and select the current month.
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Can I order books through this site?
We are not offering online ordering at this time. You can
download the book order form using Adobe Acrobat Reader by
going to Books.
Please complete all necessary information and mail it to:
Local 39 San Francisco Training Center
Book Orders
560 Barneveld Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124
Where can I find links to other online resources?
We have a constantly growing list of resources that can be
found under Links.
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When is online training going to be available?
We just launched our online training program. You will currently find an extensive list of online resources that offer great information. Eventually, we will be bringing you fully developed courses.
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