Bollinger Shipyards is a great place for veterans to work because
EVERYONE Makes a Difference!
Bollinger Shipyards is one of the nation's most respected employers, offering competitive wages, an attractive benefits package, a Veterans Administration approved Apprenticeship Program, and an opportunity for advancement. Bollinger provides more than a place to work--it's a place to start a long-lasting career.
Currently, the Bollinger-VA Apprenticeship program applies to Welders, Tackers, Fitters, and Trainee Positions. To become eligible for the Bollinger Apprenticeship Program, you should consult with the Education Services Officer at your installation, tell them you want to enroll in a registered VA-Approved Apprenticeship Program, and fill out the VA Form 22-1990, "Application for Education Benefits". Bollinger encourages qualified women and minorities to apply.
New Construction Jobs
- Welders
- Fitters
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Carpenters
- Blaster/Painters
- Mechanics
- Operators
- Tackers/Helpers
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- Warehouse Personnel
- Insulators
- Safety Personnel
- Degreed Professionals
- Electricians
- Entry-Level Trainees
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Three New Construction Locations
Apprenticeship Benefits
The amount of monthly benefits received from the VA Approved Apprenticeship Program depends on the number of years enlisted in the military. The chart below shows VA Apprenticeship benefits you can receive in addition to your Bollinger pay.
***Effective October 1, 2010***
The following rates apply to those who have completed an enlistment of three or more years:
| Time Period |
Monthly Rate |
| First Six Months of Training |
$1,069.50 |
| Second Six Months of Training |
$784.30 |
| Remaining Pursuit of Training |
$499.10 |
The following rates apply to those who have completed an enlistment of less than three years:
| Time Period |
Monthly Rate |
| First Six Months of Training |
$868.50 |
| Second Six Months of Training |
$636.90 |
| Remaining Pursuit of Training |
$405.30 |
The following rates apply to persons with remaining entitlement under Chapter 34 of Title 38, USC Chapter 30, Category II rates:
| Training Period |
No Dependents |
1 Dependent |
2 Dependents |
Each Additional |
| First Six Months of Training |
$1,172.25 |
$1,184.63 |
$1,195.50 |
$5.25 |
| Second Six Months |
$840.68 |
$850.03 |
$857.73 |
$3.85 |
| 3rd Six Months |
$522.90 |
$529.03 |
$533.75 |
$2.45 |
| Remaining Pursuit of Training |
$511.00 |
$516.78 |
$522.03 |
$2.45 |
All monthly allowances must be verified by the Veterans Administration.
NOTE: A veteran must be employed in a training capacity with a company in apprenticeship or on-the-job training before being eligible to receive benefits.
Members of the Reserve / National Guard
Effective October 1, 1990, certain members of the Reserve/National Guard may be eligible for educational assistance for state approved apprenticeship training. Contact your Reserve/National Guard unit to verify your eligibility for Chapter 1606 benefits.
For more information on VA Benefits, please visit the website: www.gibill.va.gov
