The Commitee takes applications year round but only on the First Tuesday of each month.  Those interested should apply at the IBEW 596 Union Hall on 1001 North 12 Street in Clarksburg between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM.

The five year program teaches all aspects of the electrical trade include general wiring for receptacles, switches and breaker boxes, working with conduit, motor controls and fire alarms, and a complete understanding of all aspects of the trade.

Apprentices learn on the job under the supervision of journeymen and attend classes on Monday and Wednesday evenings.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school degree or GED and show they have passed a full year of high school Algebra, unless they have worked more than 4,000 hours specifically in the electrical construction trade.

Original transcripts or GED records will be required or acceptable documentation of electrical work experience.

Credit for Military experience may be available if a DD-214 form is filed.

A drivers license is mandatory as well as a $25 application fee.

Applicants must reside within the jurisdiction of the Apprenticeship Commitee:  Barbour, Doddridge, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Monongalia, Pendleton, Pocahontas, Preston, Randolph, Taylor, Tucker or Upshur County.

Applicants meeting the basic requirements will be scheduled for an interview by the committee.

The recruitment, selection, employment and training of apprentices shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex or age.

For more information call Shelia Young 866-622-0170 extension 12.