Get it dude!! Let's go!!! ⚡️ Let it go on record that I subscribed to your channel at 215 subs. Can't wait to see where your channel is at in a year from now! Looking forward to watching more videos!
@@SparkysJourney That's awesome to hear! I'm stoked to see more people promoting the trade and spreading awareness of it! Love the idea of following you through your journey. Do you have an Instagram? You should DM me and we can exchange phone numbers 👍🏼
That’s awesome. I applied last July, and start classes Tuesday. I’ve been working in the field since February. It takes a while to go through the hoops, but well worth it. Congrats!
2 weeks unpaid during boot camp. Make sure your NEVER late when class starts and after breaks. If you are late then that 1yr and half you waited to get in was in vain because they will kick you out. Pretty much got to start the process all again (testing/interview). Good luck 🤙🏽
congratulations bro i been following your journey today i also got my letter for the aptitude test so super excited about that been waiting for 3 months!
Congratulations, hey how do you check your rank online? I applied and have my interview acouple days ago, I got a letter of acceptance on the eligibility list, after that I called to know my place on the list, I am 2nd. Now I am not sure if I have to do something else or wait for the finall call. Thanks again
Wow congrats! That’s a great rank! You don’t have to do anything except wait for that email! They will most likely email you or send you a letter which shouldn’t be very long in your case.
I passed the test and did the interview. How long did it take for them to email your rank. I’ve been waiting since June 1st. Congrats on getting in. Your videos help so much
I got my rank a few hours later. Some locals do it different. Mine is all online so it’s pretty fast. Some you have to ask them what your rank is. Some don’t tell you at all. I would email them and ask.
Congratulations! That is awesome. You mentioned a physical but I'd imagine you have to do your drug test and background also. What all is involved with the physical though?
So for my local we had a online system where I could check my rank. It changed about every week or so. If you don’t have an online System I would recommend calling. Some locals won’t share your rank, just be prepared for that. But 30 is a great Rank! Good luck
@@SparkysJourney oh I see. My local doesn’t have that. It’s been 3 months since I got that letter. Thanks ! And congratulations on starting your career
I did my interview and got a score from that than got a call for a pre apprenticeship but they were saying it’s not officially the union is that something you would recommend doing?
Wow! From my understanding the pre-apprenticeship program is kind of like a back door into the apprenticeship. I think it’s usually a 1-2 month program and after that you get right into the apprenticeship. I would ask how long the program is and if it’s unpaid? I believe if you’re a veteran you will get paid. Depending on the length, I would probably do that! Keep me updated! You might get picked up from a contractor before me!
@@SparkysJourney yea he said I would start at $16.75 and than from there they can write a letter of recommendation to get me in was weird to me didn’t know if that was common thing to get in
Didn’t really say exactly but said it would be in the same year that I would be able to go union also said hours on the job would count towards journeyman license but I won’t be getting any class time to go towards the license
If you are wanting to be in the union I would suggest that you take them up on the pre-apprentice program. It will help your interview ranking immensely because you will have experience in the trade. It will also start building your knowledge base. Good luck.
It can take a really long time or it can be pretty quick.. in my experience Covid probably added on about 4 months. I would say the average time it takes to get in is around 8-12 months. If your local is booming and work is flowing it will be quicker. Longest I’ve heard to get in was 2 years (08 crash).. shortest I’ve heard is 3 months.. it’s definitely not easy though! Good luck!
Could you explain what would be the none union route. Can you do training in another school get certified or pass a course then be able to join a IBEW union?
To be honest I really do not have any idea about non union. All my knowledge comes through my IBEW experience. My foreman told me he was nonunion residential before he was union. He had his 02 card which is a residential license. Most cases it’s a two year program. Now, when he switched to the union he was able to make second year wages but had a start his apprenticeship over as a first year. He was also going from residential to commercial or 02 to 01. Does that make sense? I think every local works a little bit different. And you can kind of negotiate with the JATC. Any questions like that feel free to email or call your local. They should be able to answer any of those questions. Good luck and remember you don’t have to be born union to be union!
Aye bro I just submitted my application on the first Tuesday this month but they haven’t contacted me yet I’m getting really worried when should I expect to get the aptitude test
I wouldn’t worry too much. Sounds normal. It took me about 2 months to hear back after I applied and then another 3 months after that until I was scheduled for the aptitude test. Every local is different. Some are super busy and some are pretty slow. If you’re worried, I would shoot them a follow up email just checking and and making Sure everything looks good. What local?
@@SparkysJourney ibew 309 thanks for letting me going to keep studying and learning preparing for the test and I’m going to shoot them a follow up email thanks man
What did you score in the interview? Dont know if my jatc is different but passed my test and went to interview and got a 81% dont know if thats good enough to get in also i didnt get a rank the letter just said i was in their pool anyways congrats!
I think some locals Score differently but I got a 98%. I would email one of your JATC contacts and ask what a good score is. I would also ask what your rank is. I know some won’t share it with you but sometimes you just have to ask! Good luck!
It’s pretty straightforward. The test consist of two parts. Algebra and reading comprehension. If you need to brush up on your math I would suggest Khan Academy. Also I prep has a great practice test you can take to get you ready for it. Make sure to buy the $40 version because it goes over all the practice questions in detail. It’s pretty identical to the actual test so it’s worth the money
Hey sparky I just completed my interview and was only given a rank 35 to be exact and I applied to the same union you did but I was not given a score for some reason. We’re you given a score?
Same rank as me after I interviewed! Yeah apparently they’re not giving out scores anymore. Don’t really need it. The rank is what’s important.. you’re score determines your rank so you probably got around 97-98 out of 100.
@@SparkysJourney thank you so much for the quick reply! Do you have any idea when the next boot camp will be? And any pointers for me at this stage in the process?
@@davidoneil2898 One of the most frustrating parts of the entire process is trying to figure out when they do Boot Camp and how many people they choose for each session. Since we are still in the middle of Covid their process has been a little different. It also depends on how busy the contractors are and if they need apprentices or not. You could get lucky and have interviewed right before a Boot Camp or maybe you are not so lucky and the next Boot Camp isn’t for a couple months. It’s really hard to say. I will tell you from the time I interviewed until the time I was selected (roughly 7 months) they probably did two or three boot-camps. That’s how many times my rank dropped dramatically so that’s what I base that guess off of. I’m pretty sure they interview every week so just check your rank every Friday. The best advice I can give you right now is to stay committed and do not give up. There are so many guys and girls who drop out because their rank gets too high and they lose hope. If your rank gets over 150 I would suggest getting a job as a stockman or take some classes and get ready for a second interview. Show the committee that you are serious and show them that you want this. Don’t loos hope and don’t give up. Some people are not prepared for how long it can take so Just be prepared that it might take time. Again they can also go really fast! I have a guy that works with me that interviewed and was selected less than a month later! Good luck
@@SparkysJourney your the best dude! Thanks for the encouragement and thank you for the extremely helpful videos...I literally re watched your interview video on repeat for like 3 weeks lol!
Get it dude!! Let's go!!! ⚡️
Let it go on record that I subscribed to your channel at 215 subs. Can't wait to see where your channel is at in a year from now!
Looking forward to watching more videos!
Thank you so much for your support! You were/are a huge inspiration for me to not only join the IBEW but to start a UA-cam channel 🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@SparkysJourney That's awesome to hear! I'm stoked to see more people promoting the trade and spreading awareness of it! Love the idea of following you through your journey. Do you have an Instagram? You should DM me and we can exchange phone numbers 👍🏼
@@MadElectrician I didn’t, but just created one. ‘Sparkysjourney’
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That’s awesome. I applied last July, and start classes Tuesday. I’ve been working in the field since February. It takes a while to go through the hoops, but well worth it. Congrats!
I'm happy for you. Must be a great feeling of excitement. Congratulations to you bro! Can't wait to see your next video.
Hell yes man!! Congrats brother! Looking forward to seeing you around the JATC!
Congratulations man I'm really happy to hear that you made it into the apprenticeship!! Can't wait to continue watching your journey.
Thanks man 🙏🏼
Congrats bro. Just got an email telling me I passed the aptitude test this past week 🙏🏻
That’s great news! That was definitely the most stressful part for me!
How was it can you help me out I take it next month v
Congratulations bro! Happy for you! Excited to watch your journey into this career
Congratulations!!! You did it!
2 weeks unpaid during boot camp. Make sure your NEVER late when class starts and after breaks. If you are late then that 1yr and half you waited to get in was in vain because they will kick you out. Pretty much got to start the process all again (testing/interview).
Good luck 🤙🏽
Thanks for the advice!
Congrats!!! I have my interview coming up in a few weeks and I’m so nervous.
@BErnieMacalot pretty much word for word my experience! Not that long and not that intimidating. Very basic.
🙌🏾 Congratulations! 🎉
Thanks!
welcome brother!
Congrats bro looking forward to your videos going forward !
congratulations bro i been following your journey today i also got my letter for the aptitude test so super excited about that been waiting for 3 months!
Thanks for following! That’s awesome to hear! What local?
@@SparkysJourney ibew local 617 San Mateo inside wireman!
@@smooth8711 awesome!
Congrats!
Gonna apply tomorrow 1st step 🚶♂️
Congratulations 🥳🥳
Thank you!
Gratz, just waiting on my transcripts so I can apply.
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Congrats!!!!
Thank you!
Just had my orientation, can’t wait to get started
Congratulations!
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Congratulations, hey how do you check your rank online? I applied and have my interview acouple days ago, I got a letter of acceptance on the eligibility list, after that I called to know my place on the list, I am 2nd. Now I am not sure if I have to do something else or wait for the finall call.
Thanks again
Wow congrats! That’s a great rank! You don’t have to do anything except wait for that email! They will most likely email you or send you a letter which shouldn’t be very long in your case.
@@SparkysJourney thanks for the quick answer. Please do more videos!!!
Congrats again in your new journey 👏
I passed the test and did the interview. How long did it take for them to email your rank. I’ve been waiting since June 1st. Congrats on getting in. Your videos help so much
I got my rank a few hours later. Some locals do it different. Mine is all online so it’s pretty fast. Some you have to ask them what your rank is. Some don’t tell you at all. I would email them and ask.
Congratulations! That is awesome. You mentioned a physical but I'd imagine you have to do your drug test and background also. What all is involved with the physical though?
Yes the drug test will be included in the physical. I take my physical on Wednesday. I can make a video about it if you would like!
@@SparkysJourney that would be awesome if you could make a video on it! Thanks for all your uploads, they have been a God send.
How long did you wait after your interview to find out you were accepted into the apprenticeship?
So what happened? Describe your journey.
You are basically in Congrants bro, don’t fuck it up during Bootcamp
191 or 46?
Congratulations!
46!
Hey man, I took my interview now I’m just waiting for the call. How many people were in your boot camp?
My rank was 30. Did you call to find out if your number changed or did they just notify you every time it changed?
God Bless.
So for my local we had a online system where I could check my rank. It changed about every week or so. If you don’t have an online System I would recommend calling. Some locals won’t share your rank, just be prepared for that. But 30 is a great Rank! Good luck
@@SparkysJourney oh I see. My local doesn’t have that. It’s been 3 months since I got that letter. Thanks ! And congratulations on starting your career
I did my interview and got a score from that than got a call for a pre apprenticeship but they were saying it’s not officially the union is that something you would recommend doing?
Wow! From my understanding the pre-apprenticeship program is kind of like a back door into the apprenticeship. I think it’s usually a 1-2 month program and after that you get right into the apprenticeship. I would ask how long the program is and if it’s unpaid? I believe if you’re a veteran you will get paid. Depending on the length, I would probably do that! Keep me updated! You might get picked up from a contractor before me!
@@SparkysJourney yea he said I would start at $16.75 and than from there they can write a letter of recommendation to get me in was weird to me didn’t know if that was common thing to get in
@@kadinosmankic9611 did they say how long the pre-apprenticeship would take?
Didn’t really say exactly but said it would be in the same year that I would be able to go union also said hours on the job would count towards journeyman license but I won’t be getting any class time to go towards the license
If you are wanting to be in the union I would suggest that you take them up on the pre-apprentice program. It will help your interview ranking immensely because you will have experience in the trade. It will also start building your knowledge base. Good luck.
wait so joining the IBEW takes a long time? or was it just because of covid it took so long?
It can take a really long time or it can be pretty quick.. in my experience Covid probably added on about 4 months. I would say the average time it takes to get in is around 8-12 months. If your local is booming and work is flowing it will be quicker. Longest I’ve heard to get in was 2 years (08 crash).. shortest I’ve heard is 3 months.. it’s definitely not easy though! Good luck!
@@SparkysJourney alrighty thank you!!
Could you explain what would be the none union route. Can you do training in another school get certified or pass a course then be able to join a IBEW union?
To be honest I really do not have any idea about non union. All my knowledge comes through my IBEW experience. My foreman told me he was nonunion residential before he was union. He had his 02 card which is a residential license. Most cases it’s a two year program. Now, when he switched to the union he was able to make second year wages but had a start his apprenticeship over as a first year. He was also going from residential to commercial or 02 to 01. Does that make sense? I think every local works a little bit different. And you can kind of negotiate with the JATC. Any questions like that feel free to email or call your local. They should be able to answer any of those questions. Good luck and remember you don’t have to be born union to be union!
Aye bro I just submitted my application on the first Tuesday this month but they haven’t contacted me yet I’m getting really worried when should I expect to get the aptitude test
I wouldn’t worry too much. Sounds normal. It took me about 2 months to hear back after I applied and then another 3 months after that until I was scheduled for the aptitude test. Every local is different. Some are super busy and some are pretty slow. If you’re worried, I would shoot them a follow up email just checking and and making Sure everything looks good. What local?
@@SparkysJourney ibew 309 thanks for letting me going to keep studying and learning preparing for the test and I’m going to shoot them a follow up email thanks man
What did you score in the interview? Dont know if my jatc is different but passed my test and went to interview and got a 81% dont know if thats good enough to get in also i didnt get a rank the letter just said i was in their pool anyways congrats!
I think some locals Score differently but I got a 98%. I would email one of your JATC contacts and ask what a good score is. I would also ask what your rank is. I know some won’t share it with you but sometimes you just have to ask! Good luck!
Anyone have any advice for the aptitude test? I have my test on the 14th or this month.
It’s pretty straightforward. The test consist of two parts. Algebra and reading comprehension. If you need to brush up on your math I would suggest Khan Academy. Also I prep has a great practice test you can take to get you ready for it. Make sure to buy the $40 version because it goes over all the practice questions in detail. It’s pretty identical to the actual test so it’s worth the money
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Hey sparky I just completed my interview and was only given a rank 35 to be exact and I applied to the same union you did but I was not given a score for some reason. We’re you given a score?
Same rank as me after I interviewed! Yeah apparently they’re not giving out scores anymore. Don’t really need it. The rank is what’s important.. you’re score determines your rank so you probably got around 97-98 out of 100.
@@SparkysJourney thank you so much for the quick reply! Do you have any idea when the next boot camp will be? And any pointers for me at this stage in the process?
@@davidoneil2898 One of the most frustrating parts of the entire process is trying to figure out when they do Boot Camp and how many people they choose for each session. Since we are still in the middle of Covid their process has been a little different. It also depends on how busy the contractors are and if they need apprentices or not. You could get lucky and have interviewed right before a Boot Camp or maybe you are not so lucky and the next Boot Camp isn’t for a couple months. It’s really hard to say. I will tell you from the time I interviewed until the time I was selected (roughly 7 months) they probably did two or three boot-camps. That’s how many times my rank dropped dramatically so that’s what I base that guess off of. I’m pretty sure they interview every week so just check your rank every Friday. The best advice I can give you right now is to stay committed and do not give up. There are so many guys and girls who drop out because their rank gets too high and they lose hope. If your rank gets over 150 I would suggest getting a job as a stockman or take some classes and get ready for a second interview. Show the committee that you are serious and show them that you want this. Don’t loos hope and don’t give up. Some people are not prepared for how long it can take so Just be prepared that it might take time. Again they can also go really fast! I have a guy that works with me that interviewed and was selected less than a month later! Good luck
@@SparkysJourney your the best dude! Thanks for the encouragement and thank you for the extremely helpful videos...I literally re watched your interview video on repeat for like 3 weeks lol!
2 years in . 4th bracket . IBEW 595 OAKLAND,CALIFORNIA
Whats 4th bracket?
Congratulations!