You will be tested to establish existing skill levels. Must have GED or high school diploma and proof of citizenship. Acceptance Once recruited, you are interviewed by an examining board consisting of four to five journeymen. This board approves your acceptance into the program. Working as an Apprentice Once accepted into the program, you begin work under the direction of journeymen at entry level or the level based on existing skill levels.
Most apprenticeships consist of five levels.
Your wage increases with each step. Journeyman Status Upon completion of the final step in the apprenticeship, you gain status as a journeyman and earn journeyman wages. Dislocated workers may be eligible to receive tools and other gear necessary for their training programs. A three year program. Operating Engineers operate, repair, or service heavy construction equipment.