Construction

Advanced Electrical Service Technician, Pre-Apprentice

Potential Earnings Range:

$44,740-$83,137*

Per year after graduation

Offered at

Job Corps Centers

Are you interested in construction and enjoy taking initiative? Do you enjoy troubleshooting problems and are a strong communicator? Then you may be a good fit for Job Corps’ Advanced Electrical Service Technician, Pre-Apprentice training program. Pre-apprenticeships are focused on preparing students for a successful experience in a Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). That means your hands-on training will be based on industry standards in order to prepare you for high-skill, quality employment.

On the job, you will:

Install, repair and replace residential circuits and determine general wiring requirements
Decide on and install the proper anchors, fasteners and adhesives
Work with others to coordinate system repairs

The credentials you'll earn:

In the Advanced Electrical Service Technician, Pre-Apprentice program, you can earn industry-recognized credentials, from such organizations as the Homebuilder Institute (HBI), upon completion of the program. You will also complete and earn certificates for the following:

30-hour OSHA training course in Construction Safety and Health

Students should also earn a state-issued learner's permit and driver's license upon completion of the program.

Some of the career options you'll have:

Most Electrical Service Technician graduates go to work for licensed electricians or companies. Almost all electrical service technicians work full time, which may include evenings and weekends.

Requirements:

High school diploma or the equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers)
Complete a Job Corps' basic Electrical or Facilities Maintenance training program
Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
At least 17 years old

Positive attendance and progress record
Written recommendation from Job Corps center personnel
Health clearance at current center
Strong work ethic and determination to succeed
Complete a successful in-person or phone interview

* Salary information comes from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics Program and is provided for planning purposes only. Actual salary will depend on student skill level, credentials earned, experience level and location.

Need help meeting one or more of these requirements?

Don’t worry! Speak with your current career training instructor at your campus. They will help you along your journey to make sure you have all the tools and resources you need to check those boxes and start your training.

Program Details

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Miami Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://miami.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Miami, FL

Availability:

12 slots

Application Information

Contact:

Sharonda Stanley

Email: stanley.sharonda@jobcorps.org

Phone number: 305-620-3167

Meet the Staff

Jorge Suarez

Jorge Suarez serves as the Advanced Electrical and lead Home Builders Institute instructor at Miami Job Corps Center.

Delaware Valley Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://delawarevalley.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Callicoon, NY

Availability:

12 slots

Meet the Staff

Eric Possemato

Eric Possemato is a Home Builders Institute (HBI) instructor for the Advanced Electrical Service Technician training area and has served as an HBI instructor for 15 years. He also brings 12 years of professional experience in the electrical field working on commercial and residential projects. Eric earned his bachelor’s degree at SUNY Delhi and holds multiple certifications in the field, including electrical construction, OSHA 500-hour instructor, national green building standard and more.

Clearfield Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://clearfield.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Clearfield, UT

Availability:

12 slots

Application Information

Contact:

Corbin Cook

Email: cook.corbin@jobcorps.org

Phone number: 801-416-4512

Meet the Staff

Tom Phelps

Tom Phelps has worked with HBI and Clearfield Job Corps for two years as an Advanced Electrical Service Technician, Pre-Apprentice instructor. He previously worked as a commercial and residential electrician, project coordinator, and electrical purchasing agent and distributor. Tom enjoys teaching and working with students in becoming electricians in the construction industry.

Real Stories

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