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Step 1: Verify Eligibility
Required Qualifications
- 18 years of age
- Physically able
- High School diploma/GED
- High School algebra or equivalent
- Photo ID
- Must pass drug screen test and background check
Step 2: Apply
Apply
- Pre-application orientation: third Tuesday of every month 1600-1700 or watch the orientation video
- Submit application at local training facility during posted openings
- $30 application fee
- Provide photo ID, DD214, sealed transcripts, proof of math completion, and I-9 Documents
- Take aptitude test
- Interview with training committee
Applicant Pool
- Placed in pool of eligible applicants
- Ranked based on interview, testing, work experience, and training
* Due to the high volume of applicants the process can take 3 to 5 months. *
** Providing DD-214 may qualify applicant for interview and waiver of education and testing requirements **
Step 3: Start with local 48
- 6,000 hours / 3½ years on-the-job training
- Minimum of 160 hours of education each year at local training facility
Wages
- Start at 50% of current journeyperson’s rate.
- Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 860 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
- Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.
SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: NECA-IBEW ELECTRICAL JATC
Step 1: Verify Eligibility
Required Qualifications
- 18 years of age
- Physically able
- High School diploma/GED
- High School algebra, math placement test, or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Must pass drug screen test
Step 2: Apply
Apply
- Complete application request form
- Submit application at local training facility
- $35 application fee
- Provide copy of DD214, sealed transcripts, proof of math completion, and I-9 Documents: driver’s license, birth certificate, social security card
- Take aptitude test
- Interview with training committee
Applicant Pool
- Placed in pool of eligible applicants
- Ranked based on interview, testing, work experience, and training
* Due to the high volume of applicants the process can take 3 to 5 months. *
** Providing DD-214 may qualify applicant for interview and waiver of education and testing requirements **
Step 3: Start with local 73
- 4,800 hours / 3 years on-the-job training
- Minimum of 160 hours of education each year at local training facility
Wages
- Start at 55% of current journeyperson’s rate.
- Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 800 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
- Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.
Starting Hourly Base Rate:
$15.19 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool
SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: INLAND EMPIRE ELECTRICAL TRAINING TRUST
Step 1: Verify Eligibility
Required Qualifications
- 18 years of age
- Physically able
- High School diploma/GED
- High School algebra, math placement test, or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Must pass drug screen test
Step 2: Apply
Apply
- Submit application at local training facility weekdays during posted openings
- $40 application fee
- Provide copy of DD214, sealed transcripts, proof of math completion, and I-9 Documents: driver’s license, birth certificate
- Take aptitude test
- Interview with training committee
Applicant Pool
- Placed in pool of eligible applicants
- Ranked based on interview, testing, work experience, and training
* Due to the high volume of applicants the process can take 3 to 5 months. *
** Providing DD-214 may qualify applicant for interview and waiver of education and testing requirements **
Step 3: Start with local 112
- 4,800 hours / 3 years on-the-job training
- Minimum of 160 hours of education each year at local training facility
Wages
- Start at 55% of current journeyperson’s rate.
- Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 800 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
- Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.
SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: LU 112-NECA ELECTRICAL JATC