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Apprenticeship Program Opening: February 18th, 2025, 8 a.m. Application Period: Online Only

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The Southern California Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Program will be open for applications beginning February 18, 2025 at 8:00 am through February 28, 2025, closing at 3:30 pm.


Applications will be available “online only” at http://www.oett.net.


Applications accepted will be limited to a pre-determined number based on industry demand for each district and apprentice classification on a first come/first served basis.


Please refer to our website at http://www.oett.net for complete details of the application process.


Prior to acceptance into the program, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

• Be physically able to perform the work with or without reasonable accommodation;

• Possess a high school diploma, GED equivalent or college degree;

• An individual may submit an application at the age of 17 ½, but acceptance into the program will not occur until the age of 18;

• Be legal to work in the United States;

• Must have a valid state issued Driver’s License upon entrance into the program;

• Must have suitable transportation to and from work and school;

• Reside within the jurisdiction of Local 12 in Southern California;

• Pass an entrance examination;

• Pass a substance abuse test.


For more information, please visit our website at www.oett.net or contact the Whittier office. Operating Engineers Training Trust

2190 S. Pellissier Place, Whittier, CA 90601

Tel: (562) 695-0611

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