Apprenticeship is a system of training a new generation of tradesmen/tradeswomen with on-the-job training and accompanying studies. Apprentices build their careers from apprenticeships. Most of their training is done while working for an employer who helps the apprentices to learn their trade or profession. In exchange, the apprentice continues to labor for an agreed period until they have achieved measurable competencies.
Apprenticeships typically last 2 years. People who successfully complete an apprenticeship reach the journeyman's level of competence.
What is a Construction Truck Driver ?
The Teamsters construction drivers are expected to drive a variety of trucks that are commonly used in the construction industry, ranging from commonly recognized tractor-trailers to tractors which feature flatbed and lowboy trailers, mixer trucks, end dump or side dump trucks, fuel trucks, water trucks, combination, and straight trucks. It’s not just driving trucks, it also includes the implements on some, such as strapping or chaining down equipment or commodities to name a few.
Training is not provided just for the sake of training. As a student in our program, we will train you to become a part of our construction workforce so you can meet the needs of unionized employers in northwest Indiana.
We are looking for dedicated individuals who want a career in this industry who understand that there is a two-year commitment to the apprenticeship program, as well as a lifelong career path as a journeyman/woman.
Minimum Application Requirements
Authorized to work in the U.S.
At least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (past 5 years).
Able to obtain a CDL per Federal and Indiana law.
Reliable transportation.
Physically capable of performing essential functions on the occupation.
Selected applicants for entry must be able to obtain DOT medical certificate, pass DOT pre-employment drug/alcohol test and physical.
Required Application Documents
Photocopies of the documents will not be accepted.
Proof of age (valid driver’s license & original birth certificate.)
Social Security card or U.S. Work Authorization Document
Copy of high school diploma or GED certificate
Military DD-214 (if applicable)
OFFICIAL driving record (within 7 days of application date). Can be obtained on BMV website or local branch office.
3 letters of recommendation (excluding immediate family)
A non-refundable application fee of $25 must be paid at the time of application drop off. Payment of the fee is to be made by money order only.
Payable to Teamsters Union Local 142 Training and Apprenticeship.
Office locations will be closed October 13th, 2025 and October 28th, 2025.
Application pick-up | September 16th, 2025 – October 31st, 2025
8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Monday through Friday
Teamsters Training Facility | 9050 Mississippi St. Merrillville, IN 46410
Teamsters Union Hall | 1300 Clark Rd. Gary, IN 46404
own equipment or commodities to name a few.
