Electricaintucson

What is an Electrician?

An Electrician must be able to layout, assemble, install, repair, and test entire electrical and electronic systems. Along with their electrical training, journeyman Electricians must have a complete working knowledge of blueprint reading and know the national electric code and local codes. There is of course the hazard of electrical shock and burns from "live" wires; therefore, safe work practice is a must. Electricians must be mechanically inclined, physically fit and enjoy working with mathematical formulas. Electrical work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions.

How do I qualify?

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must have a high school diploma or GED

Must have one full year of high school algebra or one semester of

college algebra

Must have a valid Arizona driver's license

Must have a DD-214 if ever in the military

What are the program specifics?

Length of program - 5 years on-the-job training

Related classroom instruction with college credit

Starting pay 40% of current journeyman wireman rate

What do I need to apply?

Proof of diploma or GED

Official high school transcript and/or post high school transcripts

Driver's license

DD-214 if applicable

Where do I apply?

Applications are accepted Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Interviews are held every February for classes that start each August.

Tucson Electrical Joint Apprenticeship & Training Program
1665 E. 18th Street, Suite 107 Tucson, Arizona 85719 (520) 790-4690 Fax (520) 624-3955 Email: tejatp@tusconelectricaljatp.org Website: www.tusconelectricaljatp.org Contact: Karen King

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