Job Description
This is an apprenticeship for the sign fabricators craft and leads to the Limited Journeyman Sign Electrician license. Sign fabricators craft signs by hand from a variety of materials including metal, plastic and glass. Tools used include state-of-the-art equipment such as computerized numerical control (CNC) cutting machines and computer driven plotters, as well as traditional equipment such as hydraulic cranes for installations and repairs. 
 
Working Conditions
The work is often strenuous, performed outdoors and requires some lifting, climbing, bending and working on ladders. Hazards include shock, burns, falls and falling objects. 
 
Minimum Qualifications
Apprenticeship applicants must be at least 17 years of age to apply, and 18 to begin the program. In addition, they must provide proof of high school graduation or general education development (GED) equivalent, and complete at least one year of high school algebra or post high school algebra course with a passing grade of ´C´. Apprenticeship committees may require additional qualifications. 
 
Apprenticeship Committees 

MA#1062 Non-Union	Ad Display Sign Maker/Erector JATC Phone: 503-675-0548 Website: www.areaonejatc.com View January - December, 2017 Opening Notice	Area 1 & WA State
MA# 3002 Non-Union	Central Sign Hanger JATC Phone: 503-256-7300 or 1-800-309-1442 Website:www.nwcoc.com                                                              Email: info@nwcoc.com             Like them on Facebook! View July 14 - December 29, 2017 Opening Notice	Area 1, 2, 3, 4, 7
MA# 5004 Non-Union	Rogue Valley Trades ATC Phone: 541-245-7912 Email: cpierson@roguecc.edu	Area 5

 

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