Steps to Apply - Sheet Metal Workers JATC Local 2

Begin Your Apprenticeship Journey

Steps to Apply

Step 1

Review the Requirements

Age: At least 18 years old.
Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential functions of the trade.
Must live in the Jurisdiction of Sheet Metal Workers Local #2:
- Kansas City applicants must live in one of the following counties to be eligible for our program
  - Missouri: Barton, Bates, Benton, Caldwell, Camden, Carroll, Cass, Chariton, Clay, Davies, Grundy, Harrison, Henry, Hickory, Howard, Jackson, Johnson, Lafayette, Linn, Livingston, Mercer, Miller, Moniteau, Morgan, Pettis, Platte, Ray, Saline, St. Clair, or Vernon.
  - Kansas: Allen, Anderson, Atchison, Bourbon, Cherokee, Coffey, Crawford, Douglas, Franklin, Jefferson, Johnson, Labette, Leavenworth, Linn, Miami, Montgomery, Neosho, Wilson, Woodson, or Wyandotte.
All applicants will be subject to an exam administered by the Business and Technology Center of the Metropolitan Community College.

Step 2

Gather Necessary Documents

Valid photo identification (e.g., driver’s license).
For veterans: submit a copy of your DD214.
Additional supporting documents (optional but beneficial):
- Certifications or specialized training records
- Resume
- Letters of recommendation

Step 3

Submit Documentation

All documents must be submitted simultaneously.
Ensure that Step 2 is complete before you begin uploading your documents.

Step 4

Complete Online Application

Fill out and submit the online application form.
Credit Card information to pay the $50 exam fee.
Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation email.

Step 5

Exam Process

The test will be over the following:
- Numerical Skills-designed to assess basic numerical skills in performance of operations with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and basic word problems involving arithmetic.

Elementary Algebra-designed to assess skills commonly acquired in the first high school algebra course.
Reading Skills-measures reading comprehension.
Spatial Relations-measures the ability to visualize a three dimensional object from a two dimensional pattern, and visualize how this product would look if rotated in space.
Mechanical Aptitude-paper and pencil test that measures the ability to understand the basic mechanical principles of machinery, tools, and motion

The time required for an applicant to complete all of these tests listed above is approximately 3 hours.
No calculators allowed during the test.
All applicants must have a photo ID at the time of testing. (No Exceptions)

Step 6

Interview Process

Applicants who pass a minimum of 3 out of the 4 sections of the exam will be scheduled for an interview with a subcommittee of the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC).

Step 7

Ranking and Acceptance

After the interview, applicants combined interview and exam scores will be calculated to determine if they will be placed on the eligibility list.
Applicants will be notified by mail whether they have made the eligibility list or not.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please call or email our office.