Q. What is an Apprentice?
A. A person learning a craft under the supervision of a skilled
worker.
Q. How do I apply for the apprenticeship?
A. Applications must be filled out in person at one of our
area locations
in Gainesville, Tallahassee or Panama City. (See contact us
link for addresses)
Q. What qualifications are required to apply for the apprenticeship?
A. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age at the time
of interview. Must
have a high school diploma or a GED. Must have successfully
completed a
course in Algebra, and must be physically able to perform the
work of
the electrical trade.
Q. How long does it take to complete the apprenticeship program?
A. The Gainesville Electrical JATC apprenticeship is a 5 year
program.
Our apprentices attend classes 2 nights per week 3 hours per
night.
Our classes are 2 semesters totaling 8 months per year allowing
4 months off for
Summer break.
Q. Are there any Fees associated with the apprenticeship?
A. The apprenticeship classes are tuition free, the only cost
to the apprentice is for
text books.
Q. Who are the IBEW and NECA?
A. IBEW stands for International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers,
they are the
trade union representing union electrical workers. For more
information on
the IBEW, you may go to their web site at www.ibew.org .
NECA stands for National Electrical Contractors Association,
they represent
the electrical contractors that work with the IBEW under a collective
bargaining
agreement. For more information on NECA you may go to www.necanet.org
Earn While You Learn
Our apprentices go to classes 2 nights a week for 3 hours per
night, while working 40 hours a week for one of our sponsoring
contractors. Some of the benefits of being a part of the IBEW
/ NECA partnership include:
• Excellent Wage Rate
• Paid Family Health Insurance
• Paid Retirement plan
• A Career With A Future
• State Of The Art Training
• Safer Working Conditions
• Advancement Opportunities
