New Opportunities, Major Milestones & Future Growth
The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) is proud to announce several exciting updates and initiatives designed to provide more opportunities for our members and apprentices. These updates span across certifications, training classes and important events, ensuring that our apprentices and journeymen continue to grow, learn and thrive in their careers.
TAB LAB CERTIFICATION ACHIEVEMENT
We are thrilled to share that the TAB Lab at the Fairfield Training Facility has been officially certified under the new ICB certification criteria! This achievement is a significant milestone as the Fairfield Training Facility becomes the first TAB Lab in the country to receive this certification. For members who are due for their TAB certification renewal, we encourage you to reach out to the Fairfield Training Facility and schedule your recertification soon to stay up to date with industry standards.
SOLDER CERTIFICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE
In addition to TAB certifications, members can now obtain solder certifications through the American Welding Society (AWS). This nationally recognized certification is a valuable asset to any journeyman or apprentice looking to enhance their skillset in the welding industry. If you’re interested in pursuing this certification, please contact any of our training facilities to schedule.
NEW APPRENTICE ARCHITECTURAL CLASS
A new apprenticeship class focusing on architectural layout and installation is now available to all interested apprentices. This class will teach the layout and installation of architectural wall panel systems, including materials such as MCM (metal composite material) and ACM (aluminum composite material). The training will take place in a field setting using the steel structure at the Livermore Training Facility.
The course will also integrate Total Station layout capabilities for vertical spaces, along with architectural field surveying techniques. This hands-on training will provide apprentices with the skills needed to document architectural points of interest, such as scupper openings, distance measurements, and model exporting. This is a great opportunity to gain cutting-edge skills that will enhance apprentices’ understanding of the architectural trade.
ENGLISH AND HUMANITIES CLASSES NOW AVAILABLE
In response to the needs of our apprentices, we are pleased to announce that the required English and humanities classes are now available for those looking to pursue a degree program. These courses, which are at no cost to apprentices, are being offered both in person at the training facilities and online for convenience. This is a great opportunity for apprentices to meet their degree requirements while continuing their on-the-job training.
2024-2025 Graduation Ceremony
Save the date for a graduation ceremony on August 23 for all 2024 and 2025 graduates. This event will celebrate the achievements of apprentices who graduated or will graduate between July 1, 2023, and June 30, 2025. Keep an eye out for upcoming communications from the training program with more details about this special event.