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Pittsburgh, PA
On-site
a year ago
Full Time
Entry Level
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Pittsburgh Electrical Apprenticeship for IBEW Local 5 (Apply online!)
Veterans can tour the facility and view the classrooms, state-of-the-art equipment, and training resources.
Former military service members make great electrical workers. Many of the skills, habits and discipline learned in the military translate to the electrical trade.
Working as an electrician requires teamwork, close attention to detail, the ability to see a task through to completion and being able to work independently or in a group. All of these traits go hand-in-hand with those who have military experience.
As young people are being herded towards colleges and universities, older generations are retiring and leaving a void in the skilled trades industry. Former military personnel make perfect candidates to fill these positions that need dedicated workers.
As an apprentice, you will be able to better meet your family’s needs. Apprentices make a livable wage, receive family healthcare and earn retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and pension. All of these benefits make for a pathway to the middle class, following military service.
The earn while you learn model used for apprentices is perfect for service members who need to start immediately making money. Apprentices earn that livable wage while they train on-the-job and learn from experienced journeymen.
IBEW Local Union 5 JATC Training Center
5 Hot Metal Street Suite 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15203-2351
Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a high school graduate or hold a GED.
NOTE – High school seniors who are 17 or 18 years of age, may apply before graduation and take the entrance test. If you attain a qualifying score, you will not be eligible to interview until you are 18 years of age.
Must have received credit for the successful completion of at least one secondary or post secondary Algebra course.
Applicants must be willing to take any tests given by or on behalf of the JATC.
When an apprenticeship is offered, the applicant must submit to a physical and substance testing, and a test for color blindness. These tests will be administered by a doctor selected and paid for by the JATC.
Prior to selection for apprenticeship, with the applicant’s concent, the JATC shall undertake a background check of the applicant. The cost of the background check will be paid by the JATC.
Must be a resident of one of the following counties in Pennsylvania for at least one year prior to application: Allegheny, Armstrong, Bedford, Blair, Butler, Cambria, Cameron, Centre, Clarion, Clearfield, Elk, Fayette, Fulton, Greene, Huntingdon, Indiana, Jefferson, McKean, Somerset, Venango, Washington, and Westmoreland.
All applicants must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License for the entire time they are in the Apprenticeship Program.
There is a $25.00 Nonrefundable Processing Fee.
The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of apprentices during their apprenticeship shall be without discrimination due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or non-job-related disabilities. The sponsor shall take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in the apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 30, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Regulations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Additional Information
2026-02-01
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers