How to become an Apprentice
Amteck’s apprenticeship program is a great opportunity for those looking to embark on an exciting new career path. Our apprenticeship is a registered 4-year program where you receive classroom and on the job training while being paid. Apprentices may travel to different locations to work on construction sites across the country. After successful completion of the 4-year program, apprentices are prepared to take the exam to become a licensed electrician. Becoming an Apprentice with Amteck requires a few steps.
Step 1
Apply for Employment
Two ways: through the Pre-Apprenticeship program or apply directly.
- Candidates who successfully complete our Pre-Apprentice Program are given higher priority.
- An applicant must first become an employee before being considered for the apprenticeship program.
Step 2
Become an Employee
After being hired, there is an evaluation period of approximately 3 months, during which time Amteck is evaluating qualities such as:
- Arriving on time
- Appropriate dress
- Being respectful
- Being proactive
- A positive attitude
- Working hard, working safely
Step 3
Get Recommended for Apprenticeship
To become an Apprentice an Employee must be recommended by management.
- Management reviews an Employee’s evaluation period (Step 2)
- If Management recommends an Employee for Apprenticeship, they can begin the paid Apprenticeship & embark on an exciting career. See below for definitions and future career options.
Amteck's Pre-apprenticeship Program - Quick Start
Get Prepared for Apprenticeship
We have a no-experience required pre-apprenticeship program, called Quick Start, that trains participants over 4 weeks with hands on and classroom time. It’s paid and qualifies those who complete it to immediately begin full time work at Amteck and to register for the apprenticeship program. We hold these classes annually in Lexington, KY, Greenville, SC, and Dyersburg, TN (where the program is called REAP). Click where you’d like to attend to obtain more information.
Learn more about Quick Start and apply today! Or visit our open house events, if you have more questions. Just click the button.
Hear From Past Quick Starters
Apprentices
Our apprenticeship is a registered 4-year program where you receive classroom and on the job training while being paid. Apprentices may travel to different locations to work on construction sites across the country. After successful completion of the 4-year program, apprentices are prepared to take the exam to become a licensed electrician.
Licensed Electricians
Master Electricians
And Beyond
Project Foremen
Project Superintendents
Project Managers
Beyond
Hear From Our Apprenticeship Graduates
Apprenticeship Graduation
Every year, apprenticeship graduation is one of Amteck’s largest events. We love celebrating their success and literally roll the red carpet out for them. After a ceremony and lunch, we treat graduates to a day at the spring races at nearby Keeneland, followed by a spectacular steak dinner. The next day often involves activities like canoeing the Kentucky River, fishing, skeet shooting, food or distillery tours, and more.
The point is that Amteck greatly appreciates the hard work our apprentices put into the program, and we love to show that appreciation!
Affiliations
Since 1958, we have earned a reputation for providing a quality product backed by solid service. Today, our experience, skills, honesty, and integrity are clearly reflected by our success and status as a leader in the industry.
We are committed to the success of our customers by ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in everything we do. We actively work with the appropriate associations to remain in good standing and maintain needed certifications.
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