Qualifications

• You must be 18 years old, have a valid drivers license, and be physically fit.
  
  
• You will be required to pass an aptitude test, and then appear before an interviewing committee.
  
  
• Upon acceptance you will be required to pass a DOT physical and Drug Screening test. 
  
  
• You will be required to obtain an interstate commercial drivers license. 
  (Minimum Class B with air brake endorsement and “M” endorsement for State of New York.)
  
  
• You must learn to climb proficiently. You will be required to furnish your own climbing tools. 
  
  
• You must be willing to work away from home anywhere within your local union jurisdiction, and occasionally beyond. 
  
  
• You should like the out-doors.
  
  
• You must be able to function as part of a highly skilled team, dependent on each other for safety and achievement.
  
  
• You should like working with your head and your hands; the work is hazardous and strenuous. 
  
  
• You should have the right attitude in order to complete your training program.
  (Once in this work for a year, virtually all apprentices say they are enthusiastic about the work and would not do any other kind of work.)
  
  
• Obtain Internet access.