shermanator 4 #1 April 21, 2007 *note a serious post from me for a change* I'm really considering trying to get an electrical apprenticeship, anyone know a way in, some connections, and the like? I'm in southern california, orange county.CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
denete 3 #2 April 21, 2007 Quote some connections, and the like? Hee hee. I got a charge out of that one. (sorry, no connections here...I've been grounded)SCR #14809 "our attitude is the thing most capable of keeping us safe" (look, grab, look, grab, peel, punch, punch, arch) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
philly51 0 #3 April 21, 2007 Contact the electrician's local union and ask them the particulars. I'm pretty sure they give an aptitude test at least once a year. Here in Philadelphia, the electricians also have a "summer help" type program that is like a pre apprenticeship. Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, Shouting "...holy shit...what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #4 April 21, 2007 "Guido" can help you...for future consideratons.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #5 April 21, 2007 In Texas, you can get an apprentice license just by sending TDLR (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation) $20. The only reason they would deny you is for certain felonies, such as murder or rape. I work for an electrical contractors office, but I am in no way an electrician. It's a good trade to get in to. Stay positive! "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #6 April 21, 2007 Shermie...there is a trade school downtown. Where have you been? Call them. Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ECVZZ 0 #7 April 21, 2007 If you want a formal apprenticeship, contact the IBEW. Be prepared not only to work as an apprentice, but to spend 2-3 nights per week in class if you apply and are accepted into the program. As someone said, it is a good trade to work in. G. Jones "I've never been quarantined. But the more I look around, the more I think it might not be a bad idea." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jasonRose 0 #8 April 22, 2007 IBEW will get you the right training for sure, however if you even want to get considered you have to do the following. 1) Pass written comp test 2) Have passed a college agerbra course. 3) Have High school diploma or equiv. 4) Willing to sign contract for IBEW union. When you journey out you can expect very good pay and lots of work if you are willing to travel a little. Some day I will have the best staff in the world!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shermanator 4 #9 April 23, 2007 Thanks for the infew. I was doing some searches myself, and the union is defidently the way that i want to go. My bio dad is an electrician, but he is too flakey to work for. hmmm, I wonder if i can even pass the test to even get interviewed for the union.CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
