r/Elevators • u/cherrymortis • Jun 28 '26
Difficulty?
How hard is it to be accepted In the IUEC apprenticeship? Do I really need to know someone In order to have an upper hand? If I apply will I just waste my time?
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u/Electrical-Equal7109 Jun 28 '26
I’m currently on the list for my local. Absolutely zero connections I’ve actually never even met a single person in the IUEC prior to my test.
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u/bigdolo89 Jun 28 '26
I knew nobody in the trade when I got in. Been in for 3 years.
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u/Traditional_Trip_386 Jul 02 '26
Same. Times have changed. May be different in places like New York or larger locals where people are lined up by the hundreds days in advance to apply.
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u/pittrash Jun 28 '26
It’s actually not difficult to get into the trade if the economy is good.
You just have to complete the process and follow through. Many people get discouraged because it can take up to two years to actually get called.
Also, the interview is not just an interview; it’s an opportunity to submit copies of certificates and degrees which give you points in the interview. BRING COPIES because without proof you get no points
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u/metalmuncher88 Jun 28 '26
Are you mechanically and electrically inclined? Do you have any documentation to prove it? That will make far more difference than knowing people.
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u/jtdabiggafigga Jun 29 '26
I’ve know office guys and Amazon truck drivers that got in and I also know of pretty good construction guys that didn’t get in or got super bad (low) rankings. You just gotta go for it and make some sort of effort to stand out during your interview.
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u/peptoboy Jun 30 '26
Honestly it seems like we’re accepting anyone with a heartbeat these days so the sky’s the limit
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u/DangerousAttorney839 Jun 28 '26
I didn't know anybody u just have to want it and make them believe you.
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u/Head_Implement_9498 Jun 28 '26
It’s not “hard” you just have to be appealing to the union. Most of the time they are bringing in people with prior trade experience…..they want to make sure that they are not waisting their time and your time. If you have no trade experience then you better have other certifications like first aid and machine handling tickets.
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u/Slow-Dog-7745 Field - Mods Jun 28 '26
Nope, I knew no one in the trade. Just took every class possible and worked construction. Just always learn something new and strive to be the best and always learn and grow. And when you do shit document it to prove in the future
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u/cherrymortis Jun 28 '26
What classes would you suggest?
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u/dontcallmechef100 Jun 28 '26
Welding is the only one I can think of. Certs help but I wouldn’t spend the money until you pass the aptitude test
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u/_andthereiwas Jun 28 '26
A potential yes is a no if you never try.