Apprenticeship Program - Detail

Data is current as of 02/09/2026

Trade or occupation:	Welder
Committee:	Santa Clara & San Benito Counties Machinist Joint Apprenticeship And Training Committee
Industry:	MACHINERY, EXCEPT ELECTRICAL
Program Type:	APPRENTICESHIP
Program length:	48 months
Starting Wage:	50% of Journeyman wage
Minimum age:	16
Education prerequisites:	High School/Ged/Equivalent
Physical requirements:	Yes
Exams:	Written Test: No Oral Exam: No
Contact information:	Santa Clara & San Benito Counties Machinist Joint Apprenticeship And Training Committee 2102 Almaden Road, Suite 105 San Jose, CA 95125
Contact person:	Tim Cooper, Apprentice Coordinator
Contact phone / e-mail:	(408) 445-3022 auto1sj@sbcglobal.net
Veteran Benefits Approved:	No

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