Electrical Construction Program accepting applications

OFFICIAL INFORMATION REGARDING APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES

I. B. E. W. Local 134 and the Electrical Contractors' Association sponsor an apprenticeship program in Cook County , Illinois through the Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Trust (EJATT). EJATT has permission from the U.S. Department of Labor to open a registration for new applicants for its Electrical Construction Program .

In the Electrical Construction Program, apprentices learn to install and maintain power, communications, and lighting systems in commercial, industrial, and residential settings. Applicants who are selected into the program from this registration will begin classes in 2012.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration for the Electrical Construction Program will take place at the
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute
6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, Illinois on the following days and times
Monday through Friday
September 19th to September 30th 2011
9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M.

All applicants must report in person and bring the following documentation to register:

1. Your valid Driver ' s License.
2. Your original Social Security Card. (You must prove legal eligibility to work in the U.S.A. ).
3. A $25.00 non-refundable registration fee. ( Money Order only, payable to EJATT ).
4. A copy of your Birth Certificate to be kept by EJATT. (Minimum age of 17 at registration).
5. A copy of your High School transcript to be kept by EJATT, official or unofficial, to prove:
6. a.) High School (HS) graduation, or G.E.D. (G.E.D. Certificate must be provided). Current HS seniors may register with acceptance contingent upon graduation, and
   b.) One full year of HS level Algebra with a grade of at least C, or one post HS level Algebra course with a grade of at least C.
   Higher level courses may be accepted to satisfy the Algebra requirement at the discretion of the Trustees.

Upon an offer of apprenticeship, you must be able to demonstrate that you can perform the essential functions of an apprentice electrician with or without a reasonable accommodation. In addition, a drug screen and a background check will be required.

The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of apprentices shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, or sex. EJATT will provide equal opportunity in the apprenticeship program, and will operate as required under all applicable laws and regulations.