START A CAREER IN ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION
To be the best, train with the best.
For over 85 years, the Powering Indiana: Lake County team has been training the top electricians in the state.
From the power that heats and lights our homes, runs our factories and drives giant machinery, to the power that protects our armed forces – and ensures our national security – the Powering Indiana: Lake County team supplies the determined, dependable talent –both craftsmen and their managers– that all this critical work requires.
The breadth of the Powering Indiana: Lake County team’s skills and abilities stretches from complex lighting, data com, telecom and building automation systems to working on high-voltage transmission and distribution lines throughout many careers.
APPRENTICESHIPS
The Lake County Electrical Training Center provides apprenticeship opportunities for individuals seeking a career in either the Electrical (Inside Wireman) or Voice-Data-Video (Installer Technician) industries. Nationally Certified Instructors utilizing our state-of-the-art “LEED Gold” educational institution prepare individuals for careers in current, emerging and future technologies. Since 1927 our mission has been to develop the most highly trained, dedicated electrical professionals in the country.
With advancing technologies and our new state of the art facility, the Lake County Electrical Training Center is developing innovative ways in which to promote subject matter mastery through the use of interactive, online, theoretical and applied learning models. Additionally, we are partnering with major equipment manufacturers, developing cutting-edge training labs for our students and contractors. These training initiatives are already impacting our customers and marketplace in a positive way.
Our organization has also reached out to establish partnering relationships with area colleges, which will provide opportunities for members seeking access to higher education. Our membership, industry and region can only benefit from these recent developments. The collaborative efforts of our leadership, contractors and membership underscore our 85-year commitment to excellence through education.
INSIDE WIREMAN
While the Outside Lineman works on the distribution network, bringing power from sources of generation to the customers, the Inside Wireman's job is to distribute and connect the customer's electrical equipment to that power source. The Inside Wireman installs and maintains all of the various types of electrical systems found in commercial and industrial facilities. Equipment used may include lighting, receptacles, motors, heating equipment, and systems that control the operation of all of a facility's energy usage.
The Inside Wireman installs conduit systems that contain the wire from the motor control centers or panelboards to all of the equipment that uses electricity. Those conduits may contain power cables or control cables. Many of the conduit systems are exposed and must be installed to exacting standards using neat and workmanlike craftsmanship.
The work of an Inside Wireman can vary. One day the Inside Wireman could be installing a Fire Alarm System or Security System in a high rise building and the next day he or she could be installing conduit in a ditch on the outside of the building. Inside Wiremen also install electrical systems in industrial facilities such as chemical plants, power plants, chip manufacturing facilities and automobile plants. Each type of installation has specific electrical needs and systems to support those needs. While there are many tasks associated with the Inside Wireman classification, the apprenticeship training provides all of the knowledge necessary.
INSTALLER TECHNICIAN
While the Inside Wireman is installing the conduit and power feeders on a project, the Installer Technician is working beside the Wireman, installing the network of low voltage cabling that is used for video, voice and data or other low voltage signaling.
While most installations are in buildings that are partially or fully enclosed to protect from sun, wind and rain, these installations often occur before air conditioning, heat or permanent light fixtures have been installed in the buildings.
Backbone voice and data cables are routed between the entrance facility, where communications signals enter a building, to equipment and telephone rooms. Voice and data horizontal cables are routed between telephone or equipment rooms and individual workstations throughout the building.
Equipment rooms often contain energized equipment such as hubs, file servers or telephone switches. These devices are configured and connected to the communications network that serves the building, and must not be interrupted.
The Installer Technician installs voice and data outlets at workstations. In addition, they install punch down blocks and cross connects in telephone rooms. These may be wall-mounted or rack-mounted, and must be grouped and identified according to specific installation standards. Whether the work is in new construction or in existing office or manufacturing space, the IBEW-NECA craftsperson takes pride in the work he or she has and can performed.
The electrical training ALLIANCE trains to TIA/EIA and other industry standards. The electrical training ALLIANCE also partners with the major manufacturers in the video, voice and data industry to assure training in the latest technologies including training for manufacturers warranted installs.
YOUR CAREER BEGINS HERE
Follow the steps below and begin your journey to becoming an electrician.
STEP 1Decide Which Program Best Fits You
STEP 2Carefully Read ALL Requirements Before Applying
You can read all about the requirements here.STEP 3 Create your Account
Once you have made your decision, you must visit the application website. Create your account and begin your application. Again, you MUST read, understand, and follow the instructions carefully. A mistake here can cause your application to become invalid.STEP 4Log in to Complete the Application
You will be required to pay the $40.00 fee to proceed with your application. Once you have paid, the clock starts. You will have 28 days, from the date you started, to complete your application. If you do not meet this requirement your application will be closed.STEP 5Take the Aptitude Test
If you have provided all of the necessary information, in the time allotted, you will receive a letter in the mail with information about your Aptitude test date. You will be tested on Algebra and Reading Comprehension.STEP 6Interview
The test results are scored on a scale of 0-9. We require a score of 6 or better to be qualified for an interview. You will receive a letter in the mail with information about your next step. If you qualify, you will receive information about the time and date of your interview. If you do not qualify for an interview, you will receive information about when you can reapply in the future.STEP 7Keep Your Information Current
Successful candidates are placed on our list, sorted highest to lowest. When the need for a class arises, we go to the list and choose from the top. You will remain on the list for up to 2 years after which time you will be removed. If you wish to continue to be considered for apprenticeship you must reapply.STEP 8Acceptance to the Program
We will use the information you provide on our application site to contact you. It's imperative that you keep that information up to date. If we are unable to reach you using the info provided to us, we will assume you are no longer interested in our program.