This couldn't have been posted at a better time. Just finished my interview a day ago and now I'm sitting around constantly checking my email like a maniac lol.
@@SparkysJourney Dang your local is pretty quick! I was told that by the end of the week I should hear something.I think they are just trying to finish all the interviews first before sending out the email.
Good to know Michael ! Thank you i just got notified i passed my aptitude test today now its the waiting game, great videos waiting for the videos after bootcamp
Love the videos, have helped me through my process tremendously! Currently rank 22 for the Inside wireman and 18th for residential just waiting on a call from local 191.
Hey Michael! Maybe I’ll see ya out in the field one of these days. I’m also out of local 46. I’m currently sitting at number 7 on the list. Hopefully another boot camp starts soon and my rank will still be around that number when the time comes! Wishing you all the best! -Brandon
Thanks bro I guess my best bet is to pay for training that way I’ll have a better chance to get in after I apply. I will Be applying tomorrow and then will look for some type of training in this field.
Hey bro I like your videos a lot they help me out a lot but I really wanna know do you needed to know anything about being an electrician to get into the IBEW
Hi! Did you have any previous electrical experience? Some locals allow submission of a portfolio including cover letter, resume, and pictures of previous jobs/relevant hobbies. My point in commenting is did you do this to get such a high rank? I am pretty hands on and mechanically inclined but never held a job actually in construction or fixing electronics or small engines or appliances i just do those kind of things on the side for a quick buck if they come up. My interview was not my forté but i feel I could learn electrical quick due to taking STEM courses (think like an engineer) and have personal experience using hand and power tools. I feel like either A) I didn’t present myself well enough B) the competition really is that fierce
Hey! Thanks for commenting. No you do not need any experience. It definitely could help get you a higher score and lower rank but again, not necessary. I had no electrical experience. I did work a few months as a material handler. Essentially an apprentice’s apprentice. As long as you meet all the basic requirements and have a clear passion of the trade. You will get in. It might take time but you will get in. Did you do your interview already?
Also, yes I highly encourage anyone to submit a portfolio. Every local will accept them. Even if they say it’s not necessary you can still give them a portfolio. It won’t hurt.
@@SparkysJourney Material handler sounds like a golden ticket in from the research I've done because of the amount of exposure to the material, what its for, how to prepare it, etc as well as being a part of the union already, understanding how it works. Thanks for the reply by the way! Here in SoCal there really doesn't exist the opportunity to be one. I applied to Portland local 48 because Im open to moving, yes i interviewed and did badly to be honest, however I'm looking on learning and coming back to reapplying there and other places with new information and vigor to get in I do not take no for a final answer especially when it comes to a good and really interesting opportunity like this
@@JesusHernandez-lv4rx yeah any experience for any electrical contractor will be a plus. Call local 48 and try to get in as a material handler. After 6 months, reapply and you should get in pretty fast. As long as you show your dedication and commitment to the trade then you will get in. Good luck!
Great video thanks for the help. I just got my rank from 191 wondering if you know or if anyone else knows how big the class sizes typically are for boot camp
I got a my rank a few weeks ago but I don’t know how to check my rank during the waiting period. Is there a website or do I have to call every month to the local? I applied to local 191
That is such a great question because I was confused at first too. The JATC or “National joint apprenticeship and training committee” Was created by the IBEW and NECA as a training center for new apprentices. The JATC is an arm of the IBEW and are essentially one in the same. Each local has there own JATC chapter and that’s where you will apply. You complete all your training and education through that JATC while simultaneously being a member with the IBEW.
@@mom9444 as an apprentice, you only need to apply with the jatc. That’s it. After you have been accepted you are in the IBEW and will start paying dues.
Hey, I’m applying for local 400 in NJ. I just received a follow up letter regarding my oral interview. It says I got a 77.16 out of 0-100 scoring. Is this a qualifying score? I didn’t get a rank or aptitude test score.
It’s really hard for me to say because every local is different. It really depends on how big or small your local is. If you’re in a bigger local then that’s probably not the best score. Could be better in a smaller local. It’s really hard for me to say. Good news is you’re done with the hard part and now it’s time to relax. I would email the JATC and ask what your rank is. Keep in mind some locals do not share the rank so be prepared for that. If a few months go by and you don’t get called then I would start gearing up to get experience as a Stockman/material handler. You can also get experience as an installer (06). Good luck with your journey and thanks for the comment!
I interviewed yesterday, got an email today and I got ranked 6. I do have construction experience, but not in the actual pipe fitters field. (Which is what I’m trying to do.) Should I be worried about my rank going up soon? I read on the application brochure that they do interviews every quarter. So they will interview more people in December.
Wow! First off let me say that is a great rank! Food job. Usually I would tell you that yes, you do move up and down quite a bit. But your rank is so low and they only interview four times a year that might not happen too much. If I had to guess you should be called up in the next round. If they only interview every quarter then I wouldn’t worry too much. You might get bumped up a few spots but not much. My rank changed pretty much every week but that’s because they interviewed every week. Start at 35 and went all the way up to 150. Anything below 20 is a great rank at least at my local. Good luck
Hey Michael! Just got ranked #90 after interviewing in the Seattle (well, Renton) chapter and feel pretty terrible about the interview. I have a very successful military background and have worked with a lot of different systems and tools and scored a 8 out of 9 on the aptitude test, and I still feel like I blew it. How did you find out your actual score and not just rank? I only got notified my rank and do not even know what the total pool is. I have heard rumors that ranking under 100 in bigger cities is not bad but I am not really confident about that. Do you possibly know how many people are getting picked up a month currently in Seattle and how many is on the list total? I know things are always changing but even just a guestimate would help. Love the videos and appreciate the help brother!
What’s up dude! Yeah so you should have got an email with your rank and score. Also, you have an online profile where you will be able to check your rank. In my experience, my score would change weekly. Sometimes it would stay the same for a couple weeks so it all depends on how frequently they are interviewing. My bootcamp was around 60 people split up into 4 groups I believe. There really is no formula. That was one of the most frustrating things for me. Not knowing when they were calling up people and how frequently they were doing it. I think they do one bootcamp a month right now because it’s busy but that might change if it slows down. It really depends on how many caps they’re are getting from their contractors who are requesting apprentices. It could be really busy but maybe all the contractors are set on apprentices so the JATC is t getting any calls. It really all depends but expect them to do interviews every week. That won’t change unless the stop accepting applications. I want from 35 all the way up to 150 back down to 1. Be patient and hang in there!
@@SparkysJourney Thanks for the support! I definitely only got a rank in the email but I guess I don't really need to know the score, rank is the important thing. I know I shouldn't check too often and get in my head but I already dropped to 91 in one day when I checked my online profile haha! But it is what it is, just got to stay positive and be patient. Thanks again man!
@@tomlang1005 exactly! A lot of guys/girls loose hope and give up after awhile And then they start to resent the union. Just be prepared and know it might take some time to get called up. OR it might go really fast! You never really know. Again it took me 1.5 years but I have a guy in my class that said it took over two years (closer to 3 actually). If you don’t go down after a couple months I would suggest getting some experience or taking some classes in the mean time. Get prepared to possibly do a second interview. Stay motivated and your time will come! Good luck and see you out there!
Hey man in a reply to a comment you mentioned it taking you 1.5 years. is this 1.5 years after interviewing and placing 35 or is this 1.5 years from applying?
It took about 16 months total. That was from the time I applied to the time I was dispatched. There are three major steps. Step 1) apply step 2) aptitude test step 3) interview. It takes a couple months between each step. Now, I applied right before Covid shut the world down and the JATC Was shut down for a couple months. I would say on average, from everyone I’ve talked to, it’s right around a year to get in. If you’re lucky it will be earlier than that. You just never really know. It all depends on if your local is accepting applications, if your local is busy with work, etc.
thanks for the reply man, i just got my rank back yesterday after a kind of sloppy interview at 96. how long do you think it would take me to get in if you had to guess? i have a pretty decent job atm and i don’t think 6 months as a stockman would be worth it at this point
@@SparkysJourney how many people were in your class at local 45? I got number 14 last week and I’m pushed to 16 this week. Just wondering how many people are usually in a class.
It’s hard to say. There are so many factors that go into it. Depends on the size of your local and how busy they are. To be completely honest 200 is a little high and it might take you awhile. I would get a job in the field (material handler/stockman) and re-interview in 6 months. Don’t get discouraged! Stick with it. Those 6 months will fly by and you will gain a lot of experience in the mean time! Good luck
It really depends on the local and how busy it is. They pull more in the summer than they do the winter. My class is around 60 people divided up into 4 groups.
@@samanthaagnew22 don’t go off that number. They probably have thousands of applicants. 140 isn’t bad. It’s not great but definitely not bad. I ranked 35 at local 46 and got up all the way in the mid 100’s. It really depends on how big the bootcamps are and how busy the contractors are. Its the winter time so it might be a little slower. You never really know. Hang in their and good luck!
@@4ngel209 could be a couple weeks.. could be a couple years. Hard to say. All depends on how busy your local is and if the contractors need new apprentices or not. My foreman sat at 2 for 2 years. That was in 08 when the economy was bad however. If I had to guess it shouldn’t take too long! Good luck
Wells Best score it's 93.22 and the worst it's 39.40 but they Say scores from 81.71- 39.40 are ranked between 201-1156 on the waiting list, so i'm probably like the 400 or something like that
This couldn't have been posted at a better time. Just finished my interview a day ago and now I'm sitting around constantly checking my email like a maniac lol.
I know the feeling! I got my rank about four hours later after my interview. Did you get yours yet?
@@SparkysJourney Dang your local is pretty quick! I was told that by the end of the week I should hear something.I think they are just trying to finish all the interviews first before sending out the email.
Bro you should 100% do a video on the aptitude test and what you used to get you to pass. Thanks
I went over the aptitude test in my first video but I guess I should make a dedicated video about it?! That’s a great idea! Thanks for the suggestion
Good to know Michael ! Thank you i just got notified i passed my aptitude test today now its the waiting game, great videos waiting for the videos after bootcamp
Love the videos, have helped me through my process tremendously! Currently rank 22 for the Inside wireman and 18th for residential just waiting on a call from local 191.
My dad has been with 191 for close to 50 years now. Congrats! Great local
Hey Michael! Maybe I’ll see ya out in the field one of these days. I’m also out of local 46. I’m currently sitting at number 7 on the list. Hopefully another boot camp starts soon and my rank will still be around that number when the time comes! Wishing you all the best!
-Brandon
Yes!! See you out there! You should get in pretty soon. Probably the next class
@@SparkysJourney currently sitting at rank 37 for local 46. any intel on when the next class will be chosen? thanks and good luck man!
@@ericharris1727 I know this is late but I’m waiting on my interview date for 46, any tips on the questions they asked at the interview?
I like all your videos keep making them there’s really not too many out there that give details on every single step of the process.
Great job on the rank and getting in. Good luck and be well.
How does one check the ranking overall after the interview score?
I interviewed a week ago and I’m currently #9 :)
how’s it going bro did you get in? i have my interview july 24
Thanks bro I guess my best bet is to pay for training that way I’ll have a better chance to get in after I apply. I will
Be applying tomorrow and then will look for some type of training in this field.
Hey bro I like your videos a lot they help me out a lot but I really wanna know do you needed to know anything about being an electrician to get into the IBEW
Hi! Did you have any previous electrical experience?
Some locals allow submission of a portfolio including cover letter, resume, and pictures of previous jobs/relevant hobbies. My point in commenting is did you do this to get such a high rank?
I am pretty hands on and mechanically inclined but never held a job actually in construction or fixing electronics or small engines or appliances i just do those kind of things on the side for a quick buck if they come up. My interview was not my forté but i feel I could learn electrical quick due to taking STEM courses (think like an engineer) and have personal experience using hand and power tools. I feel like either
A) I didn’t present myself well enough
B) the competition really is that fierce
Hey! Thanks for commenting. No you do not need any experience. It definitely could help get you a higher score and lower rank but again, not necessary. I had no electrical experience. I did work a few months as a material handler. Essentially an apprentice’s apprentice. As long as you meet all the basic requirements and have a clear passion of the trade. You will get in. It might take time but you will get in. Did you do your interview already?
Also, yes I highly encourage anyone to submit a portfolio. Every local will accept them. Even if they say it’s not necessary you can still give them a portfolio. It won’t hurt.
@@SparkysJourney Material handler sounds like a golden ticket in from the research I've done because of the amount of exposure to the material, what its for, how to prepare it, etc as well as being a part of the union already, understanding how it works. Thanks for the reply by the way!
Here in SoCal there really doesn't exist the opportunity to be one. I applied to Portland local 48 because Im open to moving, yes i interviewed and did badly to be honest, however I'm looking on learning and coming back to reapplying there and other places with new information and vigor to get in I do not take no for a final answer especially when it comes to a good and really interesting opportunity like this
@@JesusHernandez-lv4rx yeah any experience for any electrical contractor will be a plus. Call local 48 and try to get in as a material handler. After 6 months, reapply and you should get in pretty fast. As long as you show your dedication and commitment to the trade then you will get in. Good luck!
@@JesusHernandez-lv4rx Did you get in? Im in SoCal too.
Great video thanks for the help. I just got my rank from 191 wondering if you know or if anyone else knows how big the class sizes typically are for boot camp
I got a my rank a few weeks ago but I don’t know how to check my rank during the waiting period. Is there a website or do I have to call every month to the local? I applied to local 191
Local 191 does not have an online system so you will have to email them to ask for your rank. I would wait until the end of each month.
Are the test and interview on weekdays or weekends?
Is there a difference between the jatc and the ibew as far as the hiring process goes? Also did you apply to both and did that help you ?
That is such a great question because I was confused at first too. The JATC or “National joint apprenticeship and training committee” Was created by the IBEW and NECA as a training center for new apprentices. The JATC is an arm of the IBEW and are essentially one in the same. Each local has there own JATC chapter and that’s where you will apply. You complete all your training and education through that JATC while simultaneously being a member with the IBEW.
Gotcha! So applying to both is the way to go?
@@mom9444 as an apprentice, you only need to apply with the jatc. That’s it. After you have been accepted you are in the IBEW and will start paying dues.
Got placed 10th on the list back a few months ago worried sense I haven't heard anything yet what do I do?
Did you get the call? If you haven’t already, I would call your JATC and ask what your ranking is
Did you get in?
I got 85 on my plumbing apprenticeship ranking. Kinda nervous. Any advice
Hey, I’m applying for local 400 in NJ. I just received a follow up letter regarding my oral interview. It says I got a 77.16 out of 0-100 scoring. Is this a qualifying score? I didn’t get a rank or aptitude test score.
It’s really hard for me to say because every local is different. It really depends on how big or small your local is. If you’re in a bigger local then that’s probably not the best score. Could be better in a smaller local. It’s really hard for me to say. Good news is you’re done with the hard part and now it’s time to relax. I would email the JATC and ask what your rank is. Keep in mind some locals do not share the rank so be prepared for that. If a few months go by and you don’t get called then I would start gearing up to get experience as a Stockman/material handler. You can also get experience as an installer (06). Good luck with your journey and thanks for the comment!
@@SparkysJourney thank you for the quick reply, I really appreciate it. I will take your advice and try emailing them for further details on my score.
So after Boot Camp you still have to wait to get called for a job? They won’t send you out to work after Boot Camp?
No, after you complete bootcamp you should get dispatched pretty fast. Within a week.
@@SparkysJourney cool. Thank you!
What is rank 3? I just got it and can't find info anywhere . I'm in Washington state
That means you’re 3rd up from being called.. that is a great spot!! Congrats
Please do a second interview video.
I interviewed yesterday, got an email today and I got ranked 6. I do have construction experience, but not in the actual pipe fitters field. (Which is what I’m trying to do.)
Should I be worried about my rank going up soon? I read on the application brochure that they do interviews every quarter. So they will interview more people in December.
Wow! First off let me say that is a great rank! Food job. Usually I would tell you that yes, you do move up and down quite a bit. But your rank is so low and they only interview four times a year that might not happen too much. If I had to guess you should be called up in the next round. If they only interview every quarter then I wouldn’t worry too much. You might get bumped up a few spots but not much. My rank changed pretty much every week but that’s because they interviewed every week. Start at 35 and went all the way up to 150. Anything below 20 is a great rank at least at my local. Good luck
What questions did they ask you my guy?
@@SparkysJourney 10 months later. I start on Aug 1st. 😎
Hey Michael!
Just got ranked #90 after interviewing in the Seattle (well, Renton) chapter and feel pretty terrible about the interview. I have a very successful military background and have worked with a lot of different systems and tools and scored a 8 out of 9 on the aptitude test, and I still feel like I blew it. How did you find out your actual score and not just rank? I only got notified my rank and do not even know what the total pool is. I have heard rumors that ranking under 100 in bigger cities is not bad but I am not really confident about that. Do you possibly know how many people are getting picked up a month currently in Seattle and how many is on the list total? I know things are always changing but even just a guestimate would help.
Love the videos and appreciate the help brother!
What’s up dude! Yeah so you should have got an email with your rank and score. Also, you have an online profile where you will be able to check your rank. In my experience, my score would change weekly. Sometimes it would stay the same for a couple weeks so it all depends on how frequently they are interviewing. My bootcamp was around 60 people split up into 4 groups I believe. There really is no formula. That was one of the most frustrating things for me. Not knowing when they were calling up people and how frequently they were doing it. I think they do one bootcamp a month right now because it’s busy but that might change if it slows down. It really depends on how many caps they’re are getting from their contractors who are requesting apprentices. It could be really busy but maybe all the contractors are set on apprentices so the JATC is t getting any calls. It really all depends but expect them to do interviews every week. That won’t change unless the stop accepting applications. I want from 35 all the way up to 150 back down to 1. Be patient and hang in there!
@@SparkysJourney Thanks for the support!
I definitely only got a rank in the email but I guess I don't really need to know the score, rank is the important thing. I know I shouldn't check too often and get in my head but I already dropped to 91 in one day when I checked my online profile haha! But it is what it is, just got to stay positive and be patient. Thanks again man!
@@tomlang1005 exactly! A lot of guys/girls loose hope and give up after awhile
And then they start to resent the union. Just be prepared and know it might take some time to get called up. OR it might go really fast! You never really know. Again it took me 1.5 years but I have a guy in my class that said it took over two years (closer to 3 actually). If you don’t go down after a couple months I would suggest getting some experience or taking some classes in the mean time. Get prepared to possibly do a second interview. Stay motivated and your time will come! Good luck and see you out there!
Hey @Tom Lang how has your rank changed since / any news about how many apprentices they’re bringing in?
Would IBEW know or care if you applied to every IBEW local in the state?
Maybe? I’m not really sure. I don’t think it’s something they track really. You can apply to as many locals as you want. I applied to 2
Hey man in a reply to a comment you mentioned it taking you 1.5 years. is this 1.5 years after interviewing and placing 35 or is this 1.5 years from applying?
It took about 16 months total. That was from the time I applied to the time I was dispatched. There are three major steps. Step 1) apply step 2) aptitude test step 3) interview. It takes a couple months between each step. Now, I applied right before Covid shut the world down and the JATC Was shut down for a couple months. I would say on average, from everyone I’ve talked to, it’s right around a year to get in. If you’re lucky it will be earlier than that. You just never really know. It all depends on if your local is accepting applications, if your local is busy with work, etc.
thanks for the reply man, i just got my rank back yesterday after a kind of sloppy interview at 96. how long do you think it would take me to get in if you had to guess? i have a pretty decent job atm and i don’t think 6 months as a stockman would be worth it at this point
When do you get to find out your rank? I just did my interview today. Thanks
It varies local to local but you should find out day of. Some locals don’t share your rank.
@@SparkysJourney how many people were in your class at local 45? I got number 14 last week and I’m pushed to 16 this week. Just wondering how many people are usually in a class.
On a less matured note 1:17 Pause?😩
Do they email you about your rank
Had my interview 2 months ago and no response
Or do I call in to ask
Call or email or both the union and ask.
If I ranked 200 out of 982 how long would you say the wait time for call be?
It’s hard to say. There are so many factors that go into it. Depends on the size of your local and how busy they are. To be completely honest 200 is a little high and it might take you awhile. I would get a job in the field (material handler/stockman) and re-interview in 6 months. Don’t get discouraged! Stick with it. Those 6 months will fly by and you will gain a lot of experience in the mean time! Good luck
Hey man, how many people do they accept at a time?
It really depends on the local and how busy it is. They pull more in the summer than they do the winter. My class is around 60 people divided up into 4 groups.
I just got an email back today. My score is 89 and I am ranked 140, am I screwed?😅
What local?
Local 191, it says im application number 556 so it makes me wonder if there were really that many applicants
@@samanthaagnew22 don’t go off that number. They probably have thousands of applicants. 140 isn’t bad. It’s not great but definitely not bad. I ranked 35 at local 46 and got up all the way in the mid 100’s. It really depends on how big the bootcamps are and how busy the contractors are. Its the winter time so it might be a little slower. You never really know. Hang in their and good luck!
@@SparkysJourney thank you for your feedback! Its definitely a little discouraging but could have been worse!
I ranked 14 after my interview. Should I do an interview all over? Or is 14 a good spot
14 is a great rank!
@@SparkysJourney how long do you think it will take for me to get in?
@@4ngel209 could be a couple weeks.. could be a couple years. Hard to say. All depends on how busy your local is and if the contractors need new apprentices or not. My foreman sat at 2 for 2 years. That was in 08 when the economy was bad however. If I had to guess it shouldn’t take too long! Good luck
With a rank of 14; assuming you are in a dynamic, metropolitan, area, you should receive a call in a few weeks. Good job on the rank 14!
Did you get the call yet? Lol I just did the interview at local 46 and I’m also ranked 14
I got a 67.14 score, imposible they call me right?
Do you know if that’s out of 100?
Wells Best score it's 93.22 and the worst it's 39.40 but they Say scores from 81.71- 39.40 are ranked between 201-1156 on the waiting list, so i'm probably like the 400 or something like that
This is in San jose California ibew 332
make a video about a second interview
You got it!
Your wrong. It's your chances of finishing the apprenticeship that is how they score you
The video is about the ranking system and what it is. This video is not about how the committee scores you.