What are the upgrade requirements for trade show installers?
ANSWER:Click
Here
Where are the classes?
ANSWER:Garden
Grove and San Diego
What are the class descriptions?
ANSWER:Go
here and click class title for requirements or View all class decriptions
on one form
Where is a training schedule that I can
print out?
ANSWER:Monthly
PDF Schedules are here
Where is the Local 831 website?
ANSWER:Local
831 Official Website
Do I have to be a union member to attend the classes?
ANSWER:Yes,
you must be a current member
Where can I get specialty tools?
ANSWER: Go to the Resources page for links/info.
APPRENTICESHIP FAQ
What are the requirements to join the Tradeshow Apprenticeship?
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1. Applicants must be at least 18 years or older. |
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2. Applicants MUST submit a valid state issued Driver's License or ID, a Social Security Card, and either a High School Diploma, G.E.D. or Sealed Transcripts when applying. All documents must be the ORIGINAL. |
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3. Applicants are required to pass an Entrance Evaluation, ISO-KINETIC Test and a Drug Test to be accepted into the program. |
How long is the Apprenticeship Program?
ANSWER:The term of Apprenticeship shall be 4,800 on the job training hours and 640 Related and Supplemental Instruction hours within 48 months.
Do I get paid to attend classes?
ANSWER:Required school time shall not be compensated.
How do I become a Tradeshow Installer Apprentice?
ANSWER:We
have open enrollment twice a year (appointment only), you may set up
an appointment or to be put on the waiting list, please contact Tiffanie
at 714-894-4094 ext.20
What if I fail one of the tests?
ANSWER:If you fail the Entrance Evaluation, ISO-KINETIC Test or the Drug Test, you will not be accepted into the program during that period. However, you may re-apply after a 6 month waiting period.
How long is the Entrance Evaluation Test?
ANSWER:You are given an hour to take the Evaluation Test
What if I can't find my High School Diploma/GED?
ANSWER:Sealed transcripts from your High School or place of education are acceptable. They do have to be OFFICIAL SEALED transcripts. We cannot let you apply if you do not have it. NO COPIES of High School diplomas or GED's will be accepted.
Do you accept College documents??
ANSWER:No. You must submit an original High School diploma, GED or Official Sealed Transcripts.
What is an ISO-KINETIC test?
ANSWER:An Iso-Kinetic test is used to measure muscle function and strength at
different rates of exercise.
What is the wage scale for Apprentices?
ANSWER:Apprentice
Wage Scale
How do I get a pay increase?
ANSWER:An Apprentice is eligible for a pay increase every 180 days. The Apprentice must have also successfully completed 600 on the job (OJT) hours and 80 hours Related Supplemental Instruction. If an Apprentice does not pass the class, they will not get their advancement.
What is the wage scale for Local 831 members
(non-apprentice)?
ANSWER:Local
831 Wage Scale
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