What is Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is a system of training a new generation of tradesmen/tradeswomen with on-the-job training and accompanying study. Apprentices build their careers from apprenticeships.

Most of their training is done while working for an employer who helps the apprentices to learn their trade or profession. In exchange, the apprentice continues to labor for an agreed period until they have achieved measurable competencies.

Apprenticeships typically last 3 to 4 years. People who successfully complete an apprenticeship reach the journeyman level of competence.

ATESTT Apprenticeship

Are you looking for an exciting career in construction that will provide you benefits, training and an investment in your future? At Alaska Teamster-Employer Service Training Trust, one person can make a big impact. We value commitment, teamwork, professionalism, and fun.

Through our apprenticeship programs, we take pride in building a highly qualified, skilled workforce that meets the challenges of Alaska's growing industries.

There is a lot of information available about our apprenticeship programs, the application process, training, finances, disqualifications and more.  Be sure to take time to learn what an apprenticeship is, what our industries and careers are/are not to be sure you apply for the program that is right for you and that you are a good fit for our Team!

Considerations Before Applying

The apprenticeship programs with the Alaska Teamsters Employer Service Training Trust are for individuals looking for a CAREER in the Construction or Freight industries in Alaska. Remember we are the employer representative so you are not just applying for training, you are applying for employment opportunities.
 
The application and selection periods are highly competitive. The application process is very detailed and only those with extreme attention to detail will excel.

We are looking for individuals who are willing to make a commitment, work hard, and represent not only themselves but the Teamsters and all of our membership professionally!

Automatic Disqualifications

We ask applicants to provide information about previous criminal convictions.

Not all incidents are automatic disqualifications however some are regarding obtaining a Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) for a CDL.

Please review the link for the automatic disqualifications for HazMat. Other offenses may be disqualifications due to employer policies. We look at these on a case-by-case basis. If you are unsure, before you apply, please contact us.

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The apprenticeship programs with the Alaska Teamster-Employer Service Training Trust are for individuals looking for a CAREER in the Construction or Freight industries in Alaska. Remember we are the employer representative so you are not just applying for training, you are applying for employment opportunities.
 
The application and selection periods are highly competitive. The application process is very detailed and only those with extreme attention to detail will excel.

We are looking for individuals who are willing to make a commitment, work hard and represent not only themselves but the Teamsters and all of our membership professionally!