Training Agent Info

Becoming a training agent involves several steps: First, there is an approval of all required documents and application material. Then the applicant undergoes a site-review; a physical inspection of the contractor’s place of business and equipment. Upon submittal of all paperwork and completion of a site-review, the applicant is required to attend the next JATC meeting to become approved as a new training agent. Call IEC Oregon at 503-598-7789 or email taysia@iecoregon.org to request a training agent application packet.

How to become a Training Agent

Have a primary place of business in the jurisdiction of the Area II program

Must be in business operating as an electrical contractor for a minimum of 1 year

Be able to meet ratio requirements for training apprentices

Complete the Area II JATC’s application to train

Meet the requirements of a site review

Pay $150.00 non-refundable application fee

Responsibilities of Training Agents

Pay apprentices appropriately (see “Wage Scales”)

Inform the Area II Apprenticeship Director of starting and ending dates of employment by filling out the intent to hire form or release form

Help Area II JATC meet its affirmative action goals by always providing equal opportunity employment

Maintain ratio requirements (see “Ratio”)

Ratio

A training agent must employ the proper ratio of apprentices and journeymen when working a job. The ratio is:

1 journeyworker : 1 apprentice

2 journeyworker’s : 2 apprentice’s

3 journeyworker’s : 2 apprentice’s

4 journeyworker’s : 4 apprentice’s