California Statewide Electrical
Joint Apprenticeship
& Training Committee

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Electrical Apprenticeships

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Apprenticeship training has long been recognized as the best and most efficient method of producing skilled craftsmen and women to fill the industrial needs of our expanding economy. While apprenticeship is historical, it is also progressive and has been consistently improved by the joint labor/management concept of training. Each program is sponsored jointly by the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).

Apprenticeship Requirements

  • Minimum age 18.
  • Must be a high school graduate or the equivalent.
  • Must have completed one full year of high school algebra with a minimum grade of "C," or the equivalent; or one semester of college algebra with a minimum grade of "C" or the equivalent.
  • Applicants must be physically able to perform the work of the trade.
  • Qualifying score on an Aptitude Test.
  • Drug Free.
  • Applicant must have a valid California Driver's License at the time of indenture.
  • Each local JATC may have additional requirements specific to their area.
  • Applications must be submitted to your local JATC.

What Do Electrical Workers Do?

  • Inside Wiremen - install the power, lighting, controls and other electrical equipment in commercial and industrial buildings.
  • VDV Installer Technicians - install circuits and equipment for telephones, computer networks, video distribution systems, security and access control systems and other low voltage systems.
  • Outside Linemen - install the distribution and transmission lines that move power from the plant to a factory, a business, or home.
  • Residential Wiremen - specialize in installing all the electrical systems in single-family and multi-family houses or dwellings.

Electrical Apprenticeship Programs Near You

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