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Electricians

Apprenticeship: Five-year inside (commercial) apprenticeship, two-year residential electrician apprenticeship, and three year Voice Data Video Technician apprenticeship
 
About
Electricians install and maintain electrical power, communications, lighting and control systems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. On the jobsite, they occasionally work in confined spaces and/or heights. Electricians read and follow blueprints and specifications for installations. During installations, they may bend, fit and fasten conduit (pipe or tubing) inside partitions, walls or other concealed areas. All electricians must adhere to the requirements of the National Electrical Code and comply with state, county and municipal code requirements.
 
Requirements
  • Must be at least 17 years old at the time of application and 18 years old when placed for employment
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must have completed one year of high school algebra or one semester of college algebra with a passing grade
  • Obtain a silver level or higher score on the National Career readiness certificate exam
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Successfully pass a drug screen
 
Apprenticeship Training
Commercial / industrial apprentices will complete 8,000 hours of training. Residential apprentices will complete 4000 hours, and telecommunications apprentices will complete over 4,800 hours of training. All apprentices will receive over 180 hours of classroom-style learning at one of our training centers each year.
 
Earn While You Learn
Built by Pros is a pipeline to the skilled trades workforce. We provide registered apprenticeships for long-term careers with competitive salary, benefits, and no student debt. In our program, you will work with Union professionals and certified instructors and enjoy these rewards:
  • Paychecks and benefits
  • Hands-on career training
  • Debt-free education
  • National industry certification
  • Pathway to a rewarding and successful career
 
For more information or to apply for this apprenticeship program contact: 
Mike Carson (319) 654-9238
mikecarson@crejatc.org  
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Cedar Rapids, IA 52410
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