JATC - Application Process

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements for apprenticeship
The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) will accept applications for apprenticeship Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. Applications will be accepted at IBEW Local 106, 322 James Avenue, Jamestown, NY 14701
Applications must be completed at the Union Hall in person

Aptitude tests are given as needed.
If you meet the basic requirements, you will be scheduled to take the NJATC Aptitude Test Battery. The test battery consists of two tests. It will take approximately two and a half hours to complete
Results for the Aptitude test take approximately two to four weeks
Applicants must receive a minimum score of 5 to qualify for oral interview

You will be interviewed by a committee representing both NECA and the IBEW. Based on the interview, and a review of your qualifications, you will receive an overall ranking score
Your name will be placed on an eligibility list for two (2) years

In July of each year the JATC takes the necessary number of applicants off the eligibility list in order of ranking score
If you are not selected to begin an apprenticeship during the two-year period, you will need to reapply if you are still interested
Upon acceptance all applicants are given a list of required documents proving they meet the minimum qualifications for apprenticeship
- Examples of required documentation may be
  - Valid driver’s license
  - Birth certificate
  - Proof of residency
  - High school and college transcripts
  - Military discharge papers
  - etc
Upon acceptance applicants are required to take a drug test and physical examination
Apprentice begin work in July and begin classes in September