gidgolden

Basic questions here.

Sent out two applications, one for inside wireman, and one for telecom one monty after the inside wireman. Haven't heard from ibew yet, been almost 2 months, i know they say it can take up to 3 months. Is this normal? I'm am dying to get this job, i mean i really want to get into the union. If i do get contacted, how hard is the test, is it likely that I will get accepted?

What exactly is supposed to happen?

RIVETER

Been there, done that. You have to be realistic...Did you do okay in math in high school ? Are you generally consistent in your work habits?...Showing up, that is. That is very important. I had absolutely no connection with the electrical workers union but I applied and I kept going back to talk to them. I did have the education but I really think that it was my persistence that helped me out. If you want something badly enough,
you don't just apply, and go get a beer.

J Corrin

You want to join local 58??? Last I heard, out of a 3500 - 4000 man local, they had 1500 out of work..

retired 7373

GIDGOLDEN,
Its true the unemployment rate in Local 58 is very high as it is in most Locals at this time. Dont let this stop you keep trying, you never know you may get the apprenticiship.
Dont pay any attention to non union shops like corrin, his whole goal in life is to pay people as cheaply as possible. People like this like to say I cant see it from my house meaning the cheap shoddy work does not bother him.
Any how good luck and keep being postive. Have you checked into getting a job at a union shop such as a driver, delivering materials or some other job, this might help you get your foot in the door.

J Corrin

Non-union shop like corrin???? Last time I check my YELLOW TICKET SAYS LOCAL #948 Which has a very high unemployment rate also