The Limited Energy Technician JATC offers a 2-year apprenticeship program, which combines both on the job and related classroom training.  Oregon-Columbia Chapter NECA and IBEW Local 48 sponsor this program.

Be sure to read the Limited Energy-B Technician Application Requirements

If accepted into the apprentice program, apprentices are assigned to an electrical contractor for a minimum of 4000 OJT hours; there is no guarantee of 40 hours per week.  Apprentices will complete a total of 4 terms of school; classes meet at the NECA-IBEW Electrical Training Center.

Costs for the program include tools and books (approximately $450 for basic skills class and $360 for first year, less for later years).  Payment is the responsibility of the apprentice. 

A general description of work performed on the job includes preparation, layout from prints, installation and repair of the following low energy systems:

• Limited energy installations (cables/supports, wire pulling, control panels, etc.)
• Communication systems (data, intercom, paging)
• Troubleshooting and maintenance
• Specialized control systems 

Apprentice wages are based on a percentage of the prevailing Limited Energy Technician rate ($19.45 per hour, effective 1-2-12) in addition to benefits

Apprentices are advanced to the next period only when all advancement requirements have been met.  Upon completion of all program requirements, apprentices are referred to take the Limited Journeyman Limited Energy-B Technician exam.

Geographical area covered:  Clatsop, Clackamas, Columbia, Hood River, Multnomah, Sherman, Tillamook, Wasco, Washington Counties, Yamhill County North of Section Line T4S, State of Oregon

For additional information attend an orientation on the third Tuesday of any month at the address noted from 4 to 5PM.

Revised 12-29-11