HVAC Apprenticeship — Build A Better Future What is an Apprenticeship Program? What Do HVAC Professionals do?

Earn while you learn! Work with an experienced trade profes-sional to learn a valuable trade while earning a good wage. Complete industry-certified training coursework. Receive pay increases as you gain more knowledge and skills.

Attend classes one night per week to complete industry certi-fied training coursework

Qualify to take the Oregon Class B electrical license upon completion of the 4 year program and received a nationally recognized journey-level certificate

How Much Can I Earn?

Earn $15.07 per hour to start

Advance to $30.14 per hour– that’s about $60,000 per year – within 4 years

Experienced HVAC professionals can make upwards of $70,000 per year

How Do I Get Started?

You must meet these minimum qualifications:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age

2. Have a high school diploma or GED, or international

equivalent. Completion of one year of high school Alge-

bra, Integrated Math 2, or equivalent post-high school

algebra course(s) with a grade C or better, or equivalent

math placement test scores.

Note: Employers may require a pre-employment substance

abuse test and may require a valid drivers license

Applications will be ranked based on a point system and a

scored interview

How Do I Apply?

Applications are available online at www.abcpnw.org or by

email: jhead@abcpnw.org

Mail completed application with required documentation to

ABC, 2201 NE Columbia Blvd. Suite 1C, Portland, OR 97211

For more information visit www.abcpnw.org or contact

Associated Builders and Contractors at 503.726.5433

Install, troubleshoot, repair, maintain air conditioning, refrigeration and heating equipment for residential, com-mercial and industrial applications

Follow blueprints or other specifications to install oil, gas, electric, solid-fuel, multiple fuel heating systems; motors compressors, condensing units, evaporators and piping

Connect electrical wiring and controls and check the heating or air conditioning unit for proper operation

Weld and connect supply lines, air ducts and vents, refrig-eration piping and pumps

Interact with customers to answer questions, provide recommendations and invoice for services

HVAC Technician—A real career

This is a public notice from the Area 1 HVAC JATC, MA #1080.

A registered training program with the

Oregon Bureau of Labor & Industries.

Employers are located in the counties of Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia,

Marion, Multnomah, Washington and the North half of Yamhill county in

the State of Oregon.

ATTENTION VETERANS: Program qualifies for educational benefits

Minorities and Woman encouraged to apply

1. Complete Application and Registration Agreement. Appli-

cations are available online at www.abcpnw.org

2. Applicants must meet minimum requirements at the time

of application

Must be at least 18 years of age

Have a high school diploma or GED

Completion of one year of high school Algebra, Inte-

grated math 2, or equivalent post-high school alge-

bra course(s) with a grade of C or better, or equiva-

lent math placement test scores

3. All additional documentation must be submitted during

the scheduled opening

4. Mail completed application with all required documenta-

tion to ABC, 2201 Columbia Blvd. Suite 1C, Portland, OR

97211

5. Completed applications will be reviewed and scored ac-

cording to the additional documentation listed below

Educational experience:

High School

College

Military

Trade School

Transcripts,

Course Certificates,

and/or College Degrees

Work experience:

Pay Stubs and W2’s don’t count

for points

Company Letterhead and/or

DD214

Valid Driver’s License

CPR Certification Photo Copy

RESUMES don’t count for points in work or educational

experience

For more detailed information on the point system visit

www.abcpnw.org

6. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications are reviewed,

scored and ranked based on the applicant’s documentation

7. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications are required to

attend the scheduled interview at the ABC office

8. Applicants will be notified by mail of their rank on the Pool

of Eligibles within two weeks of interview

How Do I Get Started?

All applications are reviewed and scored based on the

applicant’s documentation and the scored interview. The

applicants who meet the minimum qualifications (high

school diploma or GED certificate and math requirement)

and complete the interview will be scored and ranked.

Based on the score the applicants are then placed in

ranked order to the Pool of Eligibles.

The ranking of the applicants on the Pool of Eligibles

changes when new applicants are added to the list at

each opening and all applicants are re-ranked according

to their total score. All applicants are then sent a letter

informing them of their new rank.

Qualified applicants remain on the Pool of Eligibles for up

to two years. It is important to note that an applicant can

increase their application score while in the Pool of Eligi-

bles, which will help them move up in rank. One of the

most common ways to increase an application score is by

submitting documentation of additional classes and/or

work experience.

You must notify the office of any change to your address

or phone number. You may be removed from the pool if

you do not keep your contact information current.

Applicants at the top of the Pool of Eligibles qualify to

move into the Ready for Employment Pool, which consists

of eight applicants. HVAC training agents interested in

hiring apprentices are given the names of the individuals

on this Ready for Employment list and contact applicants

to schedule an interview. As applicants are hired from the

Ready for Employment pool the top applicants from the

Pool of Eligibles are moved onto the Ready for Employ-

ment list.

Next Step

Keys to Success

Maintain a good driving record and drug-free lifestyle

Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to reliable

transportation and liability insurance

Be physically capable of climbing and standing on a ladder

for long periods of time and able to lift and/or move up to

50 lbs consistent with trade practice

Demonstrate a good work ethic by arriving to work on time

and completing an honest days work

Follow the instructions of your supervisor and work as a

team member with others

WOMEN AND MINORITES ARE ENGOURAGED TO APPLY Veterans who qualify for GI Educational Benefits may use them in this program.

HVAC APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATION

This form must be completed in its entirety by the applicant Please Print All Information

Log # Committee Use

Completion Date Score

Application

Overall Score

APPLICANT’S INFORMATION: PROGRAM INTEREST Last Name First MI 7. How did you learn about this program?

[Check All That Apply]

Mailing Address

□ Radio/TV □ From Someone In The Trade

□ Newspaper □ Through an Apprenticeship Program □ Job Placement

□ School Counselor □ Word-Of-Mouth

□ Other: List some reasons why you are applying for this apprenticeship program:

City State Zip

Phone (Area Code & Number) Alternate Phone Number

Email Address: please print legibly

8.

EDUCATION

You Must Supply All Transcripts As Required 1. Are you a High School graduate? □YES □NO 9. Are you familiar with how a apprenticeship

program works? □YES □NO 1a. If no, do you have a “GED”? □YES □NO

2. Circle to indicate years of formal education you have completed. 10. Give a brief description of the kind of work you think is

involved with this trade Less than 10 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 More than 18

3. List degree you have earned:

ABILITY 4. Did you satisfactorily complete and receive

credit for Algebra 1 (or some higher math) in high school or in a post high school Institution?

□YES □NO 11. Are you physically and mentally able to safely perform or learn to safely perform the work of this trade, either with or without reasonable accommodations?

□YES □NO

5. Did you ever participate in any kind of vocational technical training during or after high school?

□YES □NO 12. Are you able to get to and from work at various job sites anywhere within the geographical area that this apprenticeship program covers?

□YES □NO

5a. If yes, how long was the program? Months 5b. Describe the program: 13. Are you able and willing to attend all related

classroom training as required to complete your apprenticeship?

□YES □NO

5c. Did you complete the program □YES □NO 14. Are you able to climb and work from ladders, scaffolds, poles or towers of various lengths and heights?

□YES □NO 6. Did you ever participate in any kind of

school-to-work (co-op education) program when you were in school?

□YES □NO 15. Can you crawl and work in confined spaces

such as attics, manholes and crawl spaces? □YES □NO

6a. If yes, describe the program: 16. Are you able to read and understand

English? □YES □NO

17. Are you able to hear and understand verbal Instructions and warnings given in English? □YES □NO

6b. Did you obtain full time employment (placement) In a related field upon completion of the program?

□YES □NO 18. Can you communicate verbally in English & be understood easily? □YES □NO

WOMEN AND MINORITES ARE ENGOURAGED TO APPLY Veterans who qualify for GI Educational Benefits may use them in this program.

BACKGROUND WORK HISTORY

19. Have you served in the US military □YES □NO 27. Do you have a valid driver’s license? □YES □NO 19a. If yes, how long? Months 28. Do you have any traffic violations?

29a. If yes, please explain

□YES □NO 19b.What branch?

19c. Did you complete military school? □YES □NO .

20..

Do you have HVAC construction work experience? □YES □NO List all employers. Begin with your present or most recent employer.

Provide dates (From and To). To show how long you were employed with each employer. NOTE: If more space is needed for work history, attach a separate sheet of paper to this form.

21. Do you have experience in any kind of construction work? □YES □NO

22. Do you have experience in any HVAC related field? □YES □NO

PRESENT EMPLOYER

23. Have you applied with this apprenticeship program before? □YES □NO 1. Employer:

Supervisor Name: 24a. If yes, how many times? Phone Number: 24b. If yes, what year(s)? Job Title: 24. Have you ever applied for apprenticeship in

any other trade or occupation? □YES □NO Describe Work Performed : Reason for Leaving:

25. Have you participated in an apprenticeship of any kind? □YES □NO From: To:

26a. If yes, in what? PAST EMPLOYER 26b. If so what was your reason for leaving the program? 2. Employers:

Supervisor Name: 26. Are you currently serving an apprenticeship? □YES □NO Phone Number:

27a. If yes, list the employer or apprenticeship sponsor:

Job Title: Describe Work Performed : Reason for Leaving: From: To:

INITIAL STATEMENT INITIAL STATEMENT

I am aware that it is my responsibility to keep this program informed of any change in my address or phone number.

I understand that I cannot qualify for an interview until I have met the minimum basic qualifications and have provided the necessary transcripts and documents as required.

I have read and understand the basic qualifications for entry into the

program.

I understand that it is my responsibility to see that all transcripts and other required documents are provided in a timely manner in order to complete my application.

I understand that I must furnish documentation to provide evidence that I do meet the qualifications required for entry into the pool of eligible candidates for this apprenticeship.

I understand that my application will expire after 2 years removing me from the pool of eligibles and will have to reapply at the next opening.

I understand that if I fail to submit ALL of the required information

within the specified time frame, my application may be considered incomplete.

I understand that my application will expire after 2 years removing me from the pool of eligibles and will have to reapply at the next opening.

I understand that it is my responsibility to see that all transcripts and

other required documents are provided in a timely manner in order to complete my application.

.

If accepted into the apprentice program, I agree to attend school on my own time, pursue the prescribed course of study related to the trade and comply with the written standards for apprenticeship. I understand all the above and state that to the best of my knowledge all information provided on this form is true and accurate. . I agree that any false statements made by me in this application shall constitute grounds for disqualification of my selection or grounds for my discharge if false information is discovered after being selected for apprenticeship program. .Print Name:__________________________________Signature:________________________________________________ Date: ____________________________

Oregon Bureau of Labor and IndustriesLog #

Apprenticeship and Training DivisionException #

APPRENTICESHIP REGISTRATIONAGREEMENT

MA #

COMPLETE ALL SECTIONSInitial License #

NOTICE: The Apprenticeship and Training Council requires apprentices to provide their social security number (SSN)for purposes of identification only. Refusal to disclose the SSN may result in the denial of rights, benefits andprivileges. [5 USC §552a, ORS 660.060(8) and OAR 839-11-088(1)(b)(1)]

Symbol/Suffix

Agreement #

COMMITTEE NAME:

OCCUPATION as listed in Standards:

Applicant’s Last Name First MI Social Security Number

Mailing Address Phone – Area Code & Number

City State ZIP County

This information isrequested to ensure equalemployment opportunity andcompliance.

GENDER RACE/ETHNICITY BIRTH DATE VET STATUS

Male Female WH BL AI AS HI VET RES

Military Service Discharge Date Length of Service

EDUCATION

Circle highest gradecompleted in eachcategory.

High School Diploma Trade School College Diploma GED

9 10 11 12 Yes No 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Yes No Yes No

PERFORMANCE REPORTING INFORMATION SYSTEM (PRISM)

CONSENT TO DISCLOSE SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER FOR USE IN THE PERFORMANCE REPORTING INFORMATION SYSTEM (PRISM)

ORS 657.734 and OAR 839-11-0088(1)(b)(2) authorizes the Bureau of Labor and Industries’ Apprenticeship and TrainingDivision to allow you to voluntarily participate in PRISM. Failure to participate will not be used as a basis to deny you anyright, benefit or privilege provided by law. If you consent to participate in PRISM, your social security number will only beused only in the following manner. The Performance Reporting Information System will collect client and workforce relatedinformation from the participating agencies (including this agency), analyze that information and provide the participatingagencies and other state agencies and officials with statistical data, including education, training and other servicesprovided to clients and the resulting client outcomes, in order to aid the agencies’ program planning for providing servicesto Oregon’s citizens. PRISM I will release only aggregate statistical information, without any personal identifiers, such asname or social security number. Furthermore, the data produced by PRISM will not be used by any participating agency,or any other state agency or official, to make any decision or take any action directly affecting any individual, including you.

YES, I consent to disclose my social security number and related records for use in PRISM as described above.

NO, I DO NOT consent to disclose my social security number and related records for use in PRISM as described above.

Signature Date

BOLI/ATD

800 NE Oregon #1045Portland OR 97232-2180

Call 971-673-0760 Fax 971-673-0768

OREGON STATE APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINING COUNCIL REGISTRATION AGREEMENT

Apprentice Name Committee Name

Agreement Number Committee Address

This Agreement Revokes and Supersedes Any and All PreviousAgreements and Is Subject to the Terms and Provisions Below

THE EMPLOYER, or the Employer’s Agent, and the apprentice agree to be bound by any changes, modifications,deletions or amendments to the apprenticeship standards duly promulgated by the Oregon State Apprenticeship andTraining Council.

THE EMPLOYER, or Employer’ Agent, agrees to employ and diligently and faithfully train the apprentice, in accordancewith the terms and conditions of the Apprenticeship Agreement and Apprenticeship Standards. The Employer, orEmployer’s Agent, certifies that they have such an apprentice job in their establishment and, except for practicaleventualities preventing the same, will appoint the apprentice to journeyman upon satisfactory completion of training.

THE APPRENTICE agrees to perform the work of the trade or craft diligently and faithfully during the period of training, inaccordance with the terms and conditions of the Apprenticeship Agreement, the Apprenticeship Standards and the rulesand policies of the local committee.

THIS AGREEMENT must be registered by the State Apprenticeship and Training Council and after the probationaryperiod, the State Apprenticeship and Training Council or the State Director of Apprenticeship and Training, under aprocedure approved by the Council, may terminate the Apprenticeship Agreement. There is a probationary period duringwhich the apprenticeship agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice to the Apprenticeship Division,Bureau of Labor and Industries. If the employer is unable to fulfill the obligations under this agreement, the appropriatelocal committee may transfer this obligation to another appropriate employer, or to the local union of the trade, or to thelocal committee itself.

THE SERVICE of the Council and the Director may be used as a condition precedent to the right to sue in a court ofproper jurisdiction regarding the settlement of differences arising out of the agreement where such differences cannot beadjusted locally, or in accordance with established industrial procedure, or in accordance with provisions of an applicablelabor contract, Oregon Revised Statute 660.060.

WITNESSETH, that the Employer or Employer’s Agent, the above apprentice, and the parent or guardian if a minor,hereby enter into the period of training in conformity with the Apprenticeship Standards for the named occupation whichhave been approved and registered by the State Apprenticeship and Training Council, and such standards, and anyamendments thereto made during the period hereof, are hereby made a part of this agreement, with the same force andeffect as though written herein, a copy of which shall be attached to the agreement. The apprentice authorizes the releaseof school records to the apprenticeship committee while in the apprenticeship program.

RECORD OF COMMITTEE ACTION

The apprentice is rated as starting the period of apprenticeship on (date)

Term of Apprenticeship hours with a probationary period of hours, or one year,whichever is shorter

Credit for Prior Experience Required annual related training hours

SIGNATURES

Committee Chair, Secretary or Authorized Representative Committee Action Date

Apprentice Date

Parent/Guardian (if apprentice is under the age of 18) Date

Registered by the Oregon State Apprenticeship and Training CouncilRev: 07/01/14

Area 1 HVAC c/o Associated Builders and Contractors 2201 NE Columbia Blvd Ste. 1C , Portland, OR 97211

503-598-0522 phone 503 598-0391 fax www.abcpnw.org

Application process:

� Complete Application and Registration Agreement. The program is open all year round. Applications are available to print online at www.abcpnw.org. Mail completed application with all required documentation to ABC, 2201 NE Columbia Blvd #1C, Portland, OR 97211

� Submit Minimum Requirements: a) Proof of graduation from high school: provide a copy of diploma or transcripts with graduation date

(unofficial transcripts accepted) or a copy of GED certificate b) Proof of completion on one year of high school algebra, integrated math 2, or equivalent post-high school

algebra course with a grade of C or better, or equivalent math placement test scores c) Valid Driver’s License

This documentation is required to meet minimum qualifications

� Turn in any of the following to score additional points: letters from employers on company letterhead, DD214, course certificates, school transcripts (Points will not be given unless the applicant provides written documentation)

� EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

High School Classes – 2 points per semester credit with grade of C or better: Maximum points: 20 Algebra I Integrated Math Electrical Algebra II Drafting Shop Geometry Design Welding Trigonometry HVAC related Electronics Calculus College/Trade/Military Classes – 2 points per semester credit with grade of C or better: Maximum points: 20 Algebra I Drafting Current CPR Card Algebra II Design Refrigeration Card Geometry Shop Brazing Certification Trigonometry Welding English Calculus Electrical Writing Integrated Math Refrigeration HVAC Related College/Trade/Military Programs Maximum points: 20 HVAC Related Programs – 10 points per degree/completion: HVAC trade school Military HVAC trade school 4-year/2-year college degree Pre-Apprenticeship (Youth Builders, Job Corps, Oregon Tradeswomen, and other pre-apprenticeship programs)

General Occupation Programs - 3 points per degree/completion: Military trade school 4-year/2-year college degree Pre-apprenticeship (Youth Builders, Job Corps, Oregon Tradeswomen, and other pre-apprenticeship programs)

WORK EXPERIENCE: Maximum points: 40

HVAC Related (including military) – 10 points per six months All Other Work Experience (including military) – 2 points per six months INTERVIEW: Maximum points: 50 TOTAL MAXIMUM POINTS: 150

HVAC Apprenticeship Application Information

Area 1 HVAC c/o Associated Builders and Contractors 2201 NE Columbia Blvd Ste. 1C , Portland, OR 97211

503-598-0522 phone 503 598-0391 fax www.abcpnw.org

Next steps: � All applications are reviewed and scored based on the applicant’s documentation and the scored interview. The

applicants who meet the minimum qualifications (high school diploma or GED certificate and math requirement) and complete the interview will be scored and ranked. Based on the score the applicants are then placed in ranked order to the Pool of Eligibles. Applicants are notified by mail of their rank on this list within two weeks of the interview.

� The ranking of the applicants on the Pool of Eligibles changes when new applicants are added to the list at each scheduled opening and all applicants are re-ranked according to their total score. All applicants are then sent a letter informing them of their new rank.

� Qualified applicants remain on the Pool of Eligibles for up to two years. It is important to note that an applicant can increase their application score while in the Pool of Eligibles, which will help them move up in rank. One of the most common ways to increase an application score is by submitting documentation of additional classes and/or work experience.

� You must notify the office of any change to your address or phone number. You may be removed from the pool if you do not keep your contact information current.

� Applicants at the top of the Pool of Eligibles qualify to move into the Ready for Employment Pool, which consists of eight applicants. HVAC training agents interested in hiring apprentices are given the names of the individuals on this Ready for Employment list and contact applicants to schedule an interview. As applicants are hired from the Ready for Employment pool the top applicants from the Pool of Eligibles are moved onto the Ready for Employment list.

Keys to Success

� Maintain a good driving record and a drug-free lifestyle

� Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation and liability insurance

� Be physically capable of climbing and standing on a ladder for long periods of time and able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs consistent with trade practice

� Demonstrate a good work ethic by arriving at work on time and completing an honest days work

� Follow the instructions of your supervisor and work as a team member with others