Requirements for Journeyman Membership
To qualify as a journeyman an applicant must have a minimum of five (5) years of verifiable work experience in the electrical industry. Applicants must provide any of the following acceptable items:
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Employer payroll records
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W-2 forms
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Payroll check stubs (electrical contractors)
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Electrical license from municipal agencies
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Social security records
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IRS records
Apprenticeship Opportunities
Electrical Construction is a dynamic and diverse industry with specialized skills. The electrician must be able to layout, assemble, install, repair and test entire electrical and electronic systems. Along with their electrical training, journeyperson electricians must have a complete working knowledge of blueprint reading and know the National Electrical 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
How do I prepare for the trade?
The following will be helpful:
- Above average reading ability
- Algebra, geometry, trigonometry
- Physical science
- Mechanical drawing and blueprint reading
IBEW #130 Contact Information
IBEW, Local Union #130
3200 Ridgelake Drive, Suite 300
Metairie, LA 70002-4930
Tele. 504-831-1372
Fax 504-834-1410
Paul Zulli
Business Manager / Financial Secretary
paul@ibewlu130.com
Corky Cortez
President / Organizer
corky@ibewlu130.com
Billy Buckel
Business Agent
billy@ibewlu130.com
Rodney Wallis
Organizer
rodney@ibwelu130.com
Where do I apply?
New Orleans Electrical JATC
3200 Ridgelake Drive, Suite 301
Metairie, LA 70002-4930
Tele. 504-835-9899
Fax 504-835-7873
Sandra Theriot
Director
stt@noejatc.org
How do I qualify?
The following are necessary:
- At least 18 years of age
- Possess a high school diploma or GED
- Successfully completed Algebra I (transcripts required)
- Make a qualifying grade on industry based aptitude test
- Have a valid Louisiana driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Pass a drug test