Just throught id throw this out there for any interested. Ive been an operator for 8 years now and its a good career with great benefits. The union only takes application for apprenticeship once every 2 years. You can pick one up in person during business hours only on wednesday and only for the rest of February so theres really only a few days left to grab one. The wages for apprentices start at or above $20/hr and thats around 50% of journeyman wage.
Heres a link to the locations to grab an app(all locations except pasadena will hand out app)

http://www.oefunds.org/local12.htm

Heres the info for the union hall im out of

Redlands
1647 West Lugonia
Redlands, CA 92374
(909) 307-8700
(909) 307-5800 Fax

You can call that number and ask for imformation about apprenticeship.AND REMEMBER ITS ONLY FOR THE REMAINING WEDNESDAYS IN FEBRUARY OF 2014 AND YOU MUST PICK UP THE APP IN PERSON.

If you have any questions feel free to ask or pm me
Good luck, Ryan

I'm gonna head there next Wednesday. Always wanted to do something like that


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damn it i have to do this my dad keeps riding me about it . hes been in this union since 85, my grandpa was able to help him get in and my grandpa got in this union in the late 70's.

Last day to pick up an app is tomorrow!  Thats your last chance because they will not give them out again for another 2 years...

this job is perfect for me! I have my associates in diesel power technology and im an honorable veteran! thanks for the info... 

Keith, is it required for a person to posses or the ability to posses a cdl for this type of job? what if a person just wants to apply to the heavy equipment mechanic program?

No, I didn't rhino...but...I also live in northwest Washington for the time being while I finish school for diesel tech. I lived in Temple City CA for 21 years and are finally looking to move back in the area. I've also been looking at local 428 out of phoenix because I have family in Prescott. My goal is to work on the equipment, both unions have mechanic apprenticeship programs. I wont be done with school till spring 2016...right around the time both #12 and #428 will be accepting apps again..  However, I cant get a CDL so I'm wondering if Im just wasting my time with the union gig...I know I can still work for CAT, or Deere at a repair facility so I have other avenues if need be.. 

The local 12 apprenticeship would have covered the cost of the cdl and loaned you a truck to do your ttest in.

were you able to grab an app and get the ball rollin??

the railroad huh?? I never thought of that...my duddys dad used to be an operator for them..ron alt..he passed away several years ago though..

anyways, Hondo do you possibly have a link or somewhere/someone I can contact? ill need this for the VA to place me with any potencial employment prospect.. thanks!

Just check out bnsf.com  I don't have the guy's  number anymore but we  hire ex military as priority. You won't even need  any VA help.

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