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Are You Apprentice Ready?

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  • Good Work Ethic.

    • Shows up everyday, on time, for work and school-no excuses!

    • Works hard at a steady pace.

  • Positive Attitude

    • Listens and learns on the job and in school.

    • Works with others as a team to build the project. You need to be able to work with everyone on the crew, whether you like them or not.

    • Follows directions of crew leaders regardless of the manner in which they are given.

  • Aptitude for the trade/occupation and some work history-paid or unpaid

    • Has some experience doing construction, production, or other comparable work or transferable skills.

    • Has proven potential to be a good worker. Any continuous employment or training with a good attendance record can indicate this, even if not related to the trade/occupation.

  • Necessary physical condition.

    • Electrical work requires both physical strength and endurance.

    • Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment for extended periods of time in all weather conditions.

    • Can work at heights and in enclosed areas.

    • Is very safety conscious in all work.

  • Drug free

    • You will be required to take random substance abuse tests.

  • Valid state driver's license

    • Has reliable transportation.

    • Willing to drive to where the work is, which may be some distance.

  • Good basic algebra skills.

    • Electricians use math in most aspects of the job.

  • Hand tool knowledge

    • Good basic knowledge of hand tools and how to use them safely.

  • Meets minimum requirements to apply

A Good Candidate For An Apprenticeship Has The Following Qualities:

To qualify for an oral interview applicants must meet the following requirements*:

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1. Complete an application form, accurately responding to all questions and items.

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2.  Be a minimum of 17 years of age at the time of application.

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3.  Be at least a high school graduate, or have a GED, or have a two-year Associate Degree or higher.

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4.  Show successful completion of; one full year of high school algebra with passing grade, or one post high school algebra course with a passing grade or provide evidence of having successfully completed the NJATC Math Course.

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5. Provide official transcript(s) for high school and any post high school education and training.  All GED records must be submitted if applicable.

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6. Possess a valid driver's license.

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7.  Submit a DD-214 to verify military training and/or experience if you are a veteran and wish to receive consideration for such training/experience.

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*Individuals who can verify (by providing indisputable documenting evidence) that they have worked a minimum of 4000 hours specifically in the electrical trade, will automatically qualify for an oral interview by The Hutchinson Electrical Training Academy without having to meet the above requirements. 

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Minimum Requirements 

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