Independent Electrical Contractors

Independent Electrical Contractors

6700 Oporto Madrid Blvd. Birmingham AL 35206

Contact Byron McCain 205-956-0146

Start a high-demand, high-paying career with no college debt with IEC Electrical Apprenticeship Program

The demand for electricians is double the average demand for all other jobs.

80,200: Amount of openings for electricians projected each year, on average, over the decade.

Earn While You Learn

Get paid while you learn. You’ll get on-the-job training with an IEC contractor during the day and attend classroom and hands-on instruction in the evening.

Top-Notch Curriculum

The IEC Apprenticeship Curriculum is recognized as one of the best teaching tools for electrical apprentices in the nation.

Nationwide Training Locations

Benefit from more than 70 training locations around the U.S. Training is designed to fit into your lifestyle.

U.S. Department of Labor Recognition

IEC’s program is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training, making it an approved program with nationwide credentials.

Earn College Credit

Put your training to work for you. When you finish your four-year training program, you’ll qualify for 57 college credits through the American Council on Education, making a college degree more affordable and less time consuming.

No Student Loans!

The cost of your classroom education is often shared by your employer or covered by state funding.

Requirments

While specific requirements vary by each chapter training program, applicants for apprentice positions generally must be at least 18 years old. Additional requirements are listed below.

• You must have a high school diploma or GED and have good employability skills.

• You must have a reliable source of transportation to school and to the job site.

• You must be able to work independently and as a member of a team.

Regardless of the specific career track selected, previous education and training is helpful. High school courses in mathematics, physics, electricity, mechanical drawing, and shop provide a good background. Special training offered in the U.S. Armed Forces or postsecondary technical schools is also beneficial. Successful applicants must be able to meet certain physical requirements and demonstrate mechanical aptitude.

The nature of the job demands that an electrician be in good physical condition and tolerant of working in varied conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and snow. Other environmental factors include exposure to heights using ladders and scaffolds, risk of electrical shock, and lifting and moving heavy objects.