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Apprenticeship

 

PLEASE NOTE

Local 302 is not taking applications for Apprentice Electrician Inside Wireman until further notice.

What would you rather have?

EMPTY PROMISES

OR

A DEFINED PROGRAM?

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 MAKESHIFT CLASSES

OR

A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED CURRICULUM?

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 PROMISED RAISES THAT NEVER COME

OR

GUARANTEED PERIODIC ADVANCEMENT?

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  MINIMUM HEALTH CARE

OR

HEALTH CARE AND A GUARANTEED PENSION?

 

 If you’re looking for a meaningful career in the electrical construction industry – one that builds character and pride and offers a bright future – look no further than the IBEW, NECA Apprenticeship and Journeyman Training Programs.

If the electrical construction industry IS the career you’re after, read on!

 

BENEFITS OF AN IBEW APPRENTICESHIP

 

·         Safer working conditions

·         Learn while you earn

·         Pride and dignity

·         Excellent wages

·         Health and pension benefits

·         State-of-the-art training

 

APPRENTICESHIP AGREEMENT

Apprenticeship requires a signed agreement between you and the IBEW-NECA, which insures quality training both on the job and in the classroom. As an apprentice you literally earn while you learn. As you advance through your training, you will receive predetermined pay increases.

In signing an apprenticeship agreement, you commit to participate in classroom related training as well as on the job training.

THE VARIOUS WAYS TO BECOME A PART OF IBEW LU 302’s APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM:

Applications are taken at the George A. Spencer Training Center, located at 1255 Muir Rd., Martinez, CA 94553. For all pertinent information, or any changes regarding applications, contact Greg Arcidiacono prior to the date of the scheduled application. The telephone number is (925) 372-7083.

View 2008 Inside Apprentice Application Announcement

View 2008 Sound and Communications Apprentice Application Announcement

 

PLEASE NOTE

Local 302 is not taking applications for Apprentice Electrician Inside Wireman until further notice.

 

APPLICATION ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Position:          Apprentice Electrician (Inside Wireman)           Starting Wage Approx: $18.88/hr

This is a five year apprenticeship program. Apprentices work during the day and attend classes two nights per week. A Journeyman certificate is awarded upon successful completion.

When:           Applications dates for 2009 will be posted in late 2008.  Call 925/228-2302 for information.    Applications must be completed on site and in person, no exceptions. **

Tests:            Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be scheduled for the following steps.

                        Notification will be verbal/or by mail.  Eligibility will be determined by the Committee.

1.     The NJATC Aptitude Test (including Algebra and Function and a Reading Comprehension test) (see: www.njatc.org website for more information)

2.     Oral interview only if a qualifying score is achieved on the aptitude test.

Duties:

The Apprentice Electrician works directly under the supervision of and assists a qualified Journeyman Electrician in installing or maintaining a variety of approved wiring methods for distribution of electrical light, heat, power, radio and signaling utilization systems in existing or new buildings under construction of residential, commercial and industrial occupancies; including street and highway lighting, traffic signal and other outdoor above and below grade installations.

Minimum Requirements:  Each applicant must:

  1. Be 18 years of age or older, with proof of identification, such as a drivers’ license or identification card issued by the D.M.V. (Must have a valid drivers’ license at time of indenture).
  2. Be a High School graduate or equivalent.
  3. Have completed one full year (2 semesters) of algebra in High School or one semester of algebra in College or Adult School with a passing grade of “C” or better.
  4. Applicants will be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
  5. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

What to turn in on the date you make application:

  1. Proof of identification.
  2. An official sealed copy of your High School Transcripts signed by the Registrar’s Office (No Diplomas) or an official GED certificate which must include your graduation date and proof of meeting the algebra requirement. If you did not take algebra in High School, you must also provide your College or Adult School Transcripts as proof of meeting the algebra requirement. The burden of proof is the applicant’s responsibility. (NJATC online Tech Math Course will meet the algebra requirement)  NO EXCEPTIONS.
  3. All records must be presented in English.

You can mail or hand deliver the transcripts prior to making application to the:

Electrical Training Center, 1255 Muir Road, Martinez, CA 94553.

Please call IBEW Local Union 302 at 925/228-2302 if you have any questions.

 

** Unless canceled at will of the Committee for cause. Additional dates may be added.


 

           

PROCEDURE FOR SELECTION OF APPRENTICES

            Contra Costa County

            Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee

 

1.         Selection Procedure:

A.        Applications for entry into the Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee Program will be taken at the Contra Costa County Electrical Industry Training Center at 1255 Muir Road, Martinez, California 94553, on scheduled dates only.  Contact the Local Union office at (925) 228-2302 for current dates and times.

B.        The Federal Department of Labor and the State Division of Apprenticeship Standards will be notified in writing of the dates and time that applications for entry into the apprenticeship program will be taken.

C.        All application blanks will be serially numbered and accounted for.  All applications must be filled out on site and in person, no exceptions.

D.        Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, have a high school education or its equivalent; have at least one year of high school algebra with a passing grade of C or better each semester or the equivalent, with burden of proof on the applicant.  DIPLOMAS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.  Each applicant must furnish an official sealed transcript of his/her school record/s which may be mailed from the school to the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) office, 1255 Muir Road, Martinez, CA 94553, or hand-carried to the same address prior to submitting application. 

E.         The Committee shall determine the qualifications of all applicants.

F.         Interviews will be granted only to those who meet the basic requirements and pass written examinations.

G.        Applicants must have proof of identification.  All applicants will be required to supply identification with picture such as a driver’s license or identification card issued by the D. M. V.

2.         Step-by-Step Procedure for Each Applicant

A.        Applicants will be given a copy of the prerequisites and procedures.

B.        After review of the school records, if it has been determined the applicant meets the minimum requirements, the applicant will be required to fill out, date and sign an application.          

C.        Applicants must take and pass the NJATC Aptitude Test, presently administered by the  JATC. 

D.        When the results of the aptitude test are received, those who do not obtain a qualifying score will be notified by mail.  They will be eligible to re-apply at the next application process, provided six months has elapsed.  (A full six months must elapse before you may retake the NJATC aptitude test.)  Those who obtain a qualifying score will be notified and scheduled for an oral interview

E.         A system of recording the progress, by dates, and other pertinent information, including the final disposition of each application will be maintained in the official record book, in the order each application is received.

F.         A no show for the APTITUDE TEST or the ORAL INTERVIEW will be considered the same as a fail.

3.         Procedure for Interview 

A.        All qualified applicants who have completed their applications and receive a passing grade on the examinations will be interviewed by the JATC.

B.        Applicants will be notified by mail of the time and place to appear for their interview.

C.        The oral interview will be scored on the basis of 0-100%.  The final selection of apprentices  will be based on the results of the oral interview as adjusted to meet compliance with the program sponsor's Cal-Plan goals.  Final selection of individuals will not be made until all applicants have been interviewed and all interview scores have been placed in the official application record book.

D.        Applicants will be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test.

 

 

 

APPLICATION ANNOUNCEMENT

 

SOUND AND COMMUNICATION APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATIONS

 

Wage & Fringe Benefits:  $12.64 to $15.38 per hour to start, depending on location, as per IBEW/NECA Collective Bargaining Agreement (as of 12/01/07), with periodic advancement.  Medical & Retirement benefits are provided.

 

Characteristics of the Trade ~ Apprentice will typically be under the supervision of a Sound and Communication Installer/Technician at all times. The trade requires physical effort on the part of the apprentice to do climbing, crawling, crouching, lifting, use motorized tools, electronic test equipment and work in cramped quarters. Wiring is frequently color-coded for connecting purposes; therefore the worker cannot be colorblind.  Mechanical ability and finger dexterity is essential. Work may be performed indoors or outdoors, in new and old construction environments.

 

Program Scope ~ In order to achieve Installer status, the 3-year Apprenticeship Agreement requires the Apprentice to complete 480 classroom hours of Related Supplemental Instruction, (4 weeks per year), and 4800 hours of On-The-Job training, through exposure to the following work processes: Component Installation, Wire and Cable Installation, Splicing and Termination, Maintenance and Service, and Testing and Start-Up.

 

Individuals who can show that they meet the conditions listed below, after making a qualified application, will be afforded an oral interview by the JATC.  Once interviewed, an applicant shall remain active on the Eligible Applicant List, subject to selection, for a period of two (2) calendar years from the date of interview.

 

Minimum Requirements     ~    Qualifications for Applicants

 

1.     Must be 17 years of age to apply; 18 years of age at time of selection and indenture. Valid photo I.D. required

2.     Complete an application form, accurately responding to all questions, including statements indicating you are:

a.     Physically and mentally able to safely perform or learn to safely perform essential functions of the job

b.    Able to get to and from work at job sites, as assigned

c.     Able and willing to attend all Related Supplemental Instruction, as required

d.    Able to climb and work from ladders, scaffolds, poles and towers of various heights

e.     Able to crawl and work in cramped spaces such as attics, manholes and crawlspaces

f.     Able to read, hear and understand instructions and warnings.

g.    Show evidence of successful completion of: one full year (2 semesters) of High School Algebra or one semester of College Elementary Algebra with a minimum grade of “C” or equivalent or provide evidence of having successfully completed the NJATC Tech Math Course (available on-line at www.njatc.org). Pre-Algebra does not meet this requirement.

3.     Be at least a high school graduate, or have a G.E.D., or have a two-year Associate Degree or higher

4.     Provide official (“sealed”) transcript(s) for high school and/or post high school education and training.  G.E.D. records must be submitted, if applicable. All records and transcripts must be in English.

5.     If a Veteran, submit form DD-214 for possible consideration of military training and/or experience, if applicable

6.     Score “4” or higher, on the electrical trade’s aptitude test developed and validated by the American Institutes for Research. The aptitude test includes reading comprehension and basic algebra (see: www.njatc.org  website for more information).

7.     Consent to Substance Abuse Screening.

8.     Applications must be completed in-person, by the applicant, and may not be taken off-site. All required documentation must be provided by the applicant in order to complete a “qualified” application.

 

Sound & Communication Application Locations, Dates, and Times

 

NorCal S&C JATC                     (408) 453-3101

911 Bern Court, Suite 100          2nd Wednesday of each month

San Jose, CA 95112                  From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

 


 

Alameda County Electrical Training Center

3033 Alvarado Street

San Leandro, CA 94577

(510) 351-5282

2nd Wednesday of each month

From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

 

San Francisco Electrical Training Facility

            4056 Mission Street

            San Francisco, CA 94112

            (415) 587-2500

2nd Wednesday of each month

From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

 

            Fresno Area Electrical Training Center

            5420 East Hedges Avenue

            Fresno, CA 93727

            (559) 251-5174

            Each Wednesday

            From 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM

(Closed noon – 1:00 PM)

 

            Solano – Napa Electrical JATC

            720-A Technology Way

            Napa, CA 94558

            (707) 251-0315

2nd Wednesday of each month

From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

 

             Tri-County JATC

            10300 Merritt Street

            Castroville, CA 95012

            (831) 633-3063

            Tuesday thru Thursday

            8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

            (Closed 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)

 

            IBEW Local 302

1875 Arnold Drive

Martinez, CA 94553

(925) 228-2302

2nd Wednesday of each month

From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

 

Santa Clara County JATC

            908 Bern Court

            San Jose, CA 95112

            (408) 453-1022

2nd Wednesday of each month

From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

 

           Sacramento Area Electrical Training Center

            2836 El Centro Road

            Sacramento, CA 95833

            (916) 646-6688

            Monday thru Thursday

            8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

            (Closed 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)

 

             Santa Rosa Electrical Training Center

            1700 Corby Avenue, Suite F

            Santa Rosa, CA 95407

            (707) 523-3837

            1st Thursday of each month

2:00 PM to 4:30 PM

 

            IBEW Local 595

            6250 Village Parkway

            Dublin, CA 94568

            (925) 556-0595

2nd Wednesday of each month

From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

 

            San Joaquin & Calaveras Counties JATC

            1531 El Pinal Drive

            Stockton, CA 95205

            (209) 462-0751

            3rd Wednesday of each month

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

 

San Mateo JATC

            625 Industrial Road

            San Carlos, CA 94070

            (650) 591-5217

2nd Wednesday of each month

From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

 

 Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

List of eligible applicants will expire in 24 months following adoption, in compliance with the “California Plan”

NorCal S&C JATC does not discriminate in its educational and admissions policies on the basis Age,          

Sex, Race, Creed, Color, National Origin, or Disability.

5/22/08

 

 
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