Apprenticeship Opportunities (current)

Date: 08/02/2010

PLUMBER, STEAMFITTER, REFRIGERATION MECHANIC
Sponsored by the United Association Local Union 300
JATC.
 

This announcement is for the purpose of establishing a list of qualified apprenticeship applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or sex, so apprentices can be selected according to qualifications alone.
 

Sponsor's Geographical Area
 Northwest-Central North Dakota

Announcement Date: to be announced
Application Period: to be announced
Where to Apply:
Local Union 300
312 31st Avenue SW
Minot ND 58701

Days and Hours to Apply
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
 

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED equivalency
• Occupationally essential health requirements (must be able to perform the work of the trade.) Questionable health characteristics could require an evaluation by a specialist.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age (Proof of age  - Copy of Birth Certificate)
• Valid Driver's License

Applicants submit the following to the Local Union 300 (address listed above):

• Complete application. Applications available at the Local Union 300.
• Copy of high school diploma and transcript of school courses and grades or copy of GED Certificate and official report of test results.
• Proof of previous work experience (dates, performance, and/or recommendations).
• Character reference - 2 letters
• Copy of Form DD-214 (Military Discharge) if you are a veteran.
• Photo copy of valid driver's license.

Completed application must be returned no later than (to be announced).  Only those applicants who submit completed applications (no exceptions) will be notified at a later date when to appear for an interview.

Many applicants are disqualified due to not submitting the required materials, so please be sure to review your submission packet to ensure all materials are there.

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DAKOTAS AND WESTERN MINNESOTA AREAWIDE JOINT ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINING COMMITTEE (Dakotas JATC) are taking applications for the purpose of establishing a list of qualified applicants to apprentices can be selected according to qualifications alone.

Trade of Inside Wireman (Electrician) Apprentice

Geographical Area Covered: States of North Dakota, South Dakota, with the exception of the southern halves of Yankton, Clay and Union counties; and the following counties in Minnesota: Kittson, Roseau, Marshall, Pennington, Red Lake, Polk, Norman, Mahnomen, Clay, Becker, Wilkin, Ottertail, Grant, Douglas, Pipestone, Murray, Rock, Nobles, and Traverse.

Application Period: OPEN ENROLLMENT A Request for Application can be made to these locations and at dakotasjatc.org.
L.U. 714 IBEW 1925 N. Broadway, Minot ND 58702, 701-852-3025
L.U. 714 IBEW 1800 Commerce Drive, Bismarck, ND 58501, 701-258-6370
JATC Office, 2901 1st Avenue N., Fargo ND 58102, 701-293-1300
L.U. 1426 IBEW 1714 North Washington, Grand Forks, ND 58203 701-775-7601

Days and Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. WEEKDAYS (Except Holidays)

THE FOLLOWING INTERVIEW DATES ARE SCHEDULED AT THIS TIME:

L.U. 1426 Fargo/Moorhead/Grand Forks      Application deadline to be announced  Interview date to be announced

L.U. 714 MINOT/WILLISTON      Application deadline  to be announced Interview date to be announced

L.U. 714 Bismarck      Application deadline to be announced   Interview date to be announced.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Be a minimum of 18 years of age. Provide a copy of Birth Certificate.
• Complete an application form.
• Provide proof of successful completion of one full credit of high school algebra with a passing grade or one post high school algebra course with a passing grade.
• Be a high school graduate, or have a GED.  Provide official transcripts for high school and college (and GED). Applicant must have graduated from high school at time of selection and indenture.
• Submit a DD214 to verify military training and/or experience if a veteran and wish to receive consideration for such training/experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Take the NJATC aptitude test developed and validated by the American Institutes for Research.
• Prior to being indentured, applicants selected from the pool of interviewed applicants will be required to take a drug test that will be set up and paid for by the JATC.

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Program Sponsor: Bismarck/Minot (Western North Dakota) and Fargo/Grand Forks (Eastern North Dakota) Joint Apprenticeship Training Committees

Occupation: Sheet Metal Workers

Application Period: Open Year Round

Application Request:
Sheet Metal Workers' JATC of North & South Dakota Attention: Kate Mino
3554 White Bear Avenue
North White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Phone: 651-779-6264
Email: kmino@metrojatc.org

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Graduate
• Physical Fitness - Qualified applicants must be physically fit to perform the work of the trade, and may be subject to a medical examination on acceptance into the program and prior to being employed. The cost of the examination shall be the responsibility of either the Bismark/Minot or the Fargo/Grand Forks JATC.

Applicants must submit the following to the location indicated above once they are in receipt of their application:

• Application Completed in its Entirety.
• High School Transcripts/GED, Trade School & College Transcripts (if applicable).
• Other Information: Sponsor will give Applicants a Math & Reading Aptitude Test.

All applicants meeting the above minimum qualifications and who have submitted the proper information will be notified by mail of the time, place and date for an interview.

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BISMARCK AREA CARPENTER JOINT APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COMMITTEE

This announcement is for the purpose of establishing a list of qualified apprenticeship applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, or sex. Apprenticeship will be selected according to qualifications alone.

Occupations: Carpenter or Millwright

Application Period: All Year

Where to apply: Carpenters Union Hall, 217 South Mandan Street, Bismarck, ND 58504
 
Days and Hours to Apply: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, Except Holidays

Minimum Qualifications

• Age: Shall be at least 17 years of age.
• Education: Shall be a High School Graduate or have a GED Equivalency.
• Aptitudes: Shall possess the basic aptitudes essential for acquiring the skills and proficiency of the trade
• Physical: Shall be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the occupation without endangering the health and safety of themselves and/or fellow workers.

All applicants meeting the above minimum qualifications and completing the application in its entirety will be given an opportunity for an interview at the above address. Apprentices will be selected in the order of their ranking following the interview.The Interviewers will consider the following:

• Educational Background
• Previous Work Experience
• Interest and Aptitude
• Personal Traits

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The Local 669 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee conducts a five year apprenticeship program in all or part of 46 states for Sprinkler Fitters who are piping mechanics specializing in Fire Protection.

An entry-level rate is based on a percentage of the Journeyman rate of $28.37 per hour and may increase every six months if qualified. Previous experience in construction or related college or military experience may enhance the entry level wage.

The minimum qualifications for entry into the Program are:

• Must be 18 years of age or over.
• Must be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D.
• Must be physically fit to perform the work of the trade.
• Must have military discharge under other than dishonorable conditions, if applicable.

Applications will be accepted five (5) days per week except holidays, 52 weeks per year, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the contractor/employers address. All completed applications will be held on file until there is a need to interview applicants for expected opportunities.

Applications must be completed 45 days prior to the interview date. All applications must provide a copy of their birth certificate, high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate and Military Discharge (Form DD-214) if applicable.

To obtain an application:
Nova Fire Protection (ND)
304 ST Street SW Fargo, ND 58103
Phone: (701) 282-0268

• Must not be less than 18 years of age.
• Must possess sufficient physical fitness in order to perform the duties of the trade.
• Must have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. certificate.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or in the process of naturalization.
• Must complete the required written examination (Region A & B applicants only).

Applicants meeting the above requirements may be interviewed and rated by the Joint Apprenticeship Committee.

Prior to placement with a contractor, each selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a drug screen, received orientation, and attending training classes in OSHA 10, OSHA Sub-part R, MSHA, and First Aid/CPR before final acceptance into the program.

Work at this trade involves extensive lifting of heavy objects and working at great heights.

Applicants selected for job placement must be able to furnish their own transportation, be agreeable to a certain amount of travel, and be aware of periods of unemployment due to the lack of construction activity.

This is a three year/6,000 hour program of on the job training, plus no less than 204 hours of related classroom and shop training each year.

SPECIAL NOTE: The actual number of placements to be made will be dependent upon the level of construction activity.