How to Apply

Application Requirements

Minimum requirements are as follows:

  • AGE: Applicant must be at least 17 years of age at time of application.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age at time of Interview.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Must have a valid Social Security Number.
  • Must be a high school graduate or have a GED.
  • Must have completed at least one year of high school algebra with a grade of a “C” or higher or one post high school algebra course with a grade of “C” or higher.

For applicants who do not meet the programs math requirements, this can be satisfied by enrolling in and passing the Electrical Training Alliance’s (ETA’s) On-Line math course.

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Application Process

You will have 60 days from the date you make your initial application to get all the required information submitted. If it is not submitted within the timeframe your application will be incomplete and you will need to reapply.

There is a $25.00 non-refundable applicant processing fee that must be paid in order for us to process the application.

Aptitude Test

After submitting your application and qualifying documentation, you will be scheduled to take the aptitude test.

What is the Aptitude Test?

The aptitude test is designed to determine whether you possess the math and reading abilities that will help you succeed within the electrical construction industry.

Math: The math portion covers algebra and functions, with a total of 33 questions that must be answered within 46 minutes.

Reading: The reading portion covers reading comprehension with a total of 36 questions that must be answered within 51 minutes. This measures your ability to obtain information from written passages. You’ll read a lengthy bit of text and then have to answer specific questions about the text.

Scoring: The test is scored from 1 to 9, with 9 being the highest possible score. A minimum score of “4” must be achieved to qualify for the interview.

Aptitude Test Rules:

  • Bring a photo ID to the test. Your ID will be checked.
  • Arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled test time. Late entries will not be permitted.
  • Do not bring a calculator.
  • Pencils and scrap paper are provided for computation.
  • If you do not receive a qualifying score, you will not be eligible to retake the test for three months.

When: The dates of this test vary depending on the number of applicants at any given time. There is typically one testing date each month. (September – May)

If an applicant does not receive a qualifying score, they may take the aptitude test again after a minimum period of 90 days. A new application must be filled out to be eligible for another test.

Interview:

If you receive a qualifying score (4+) on the aptitude test you will be scheduled for an oral interview. No applicant can be considered for the apprenticeship without an interview. Once you are interviewed you will be given a score and placed on our selection list. Apprentice selections are made from that list starting with the highest score and working our way down until the number of applicants needed is filled. The date for the interview will be on an as needed basis, but under normal circumstances will be generally twice a year. (January & June) An applicant shall remain on the ranked list and eligible for selection for one calendar year from the date of the interview, unless they decline an offer, request to be removed from the list, fail to meet post-selection requirements, or are approved for a re-interview.

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