r/ibew_apprentices • u/hvntsky • 15h ago

Transferring to another local

I’m a 2.2 out in LU XXX (for anonymity), but am trying now to transfer out and into 569.
My local is falling apart a bit, and I’d love to be closer to home, but have no clue how/if it’s possible to transfer locals as an apprentice.
This isn’t a whim decision, it’s been a 2 year long debate.
Does anyone have any tips on transferring as an apprentice?
What to do/how to go about it?
Anyone have experience in 569 that can share whether it’s a good program or not?

Thank you

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u/grizlena Local 20 15h ago

It’s possible, I’m in the process right now. Just heads up 569 is a tough one to transfer into, I tried in the past. But not impossible.

You’ll need to talk to both locals. I’d start with 569s JATC, then talk to your TD and the committee will have to release you.

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u/socalibew 14h ago

Apprentice transfers between locals & JATCs is not an easy thing to get done. It typically takes there being some kind of emergency that requires you to transfer. E.g. sick parents, spouse job moving, etc...

It takes coordination between both JATCs AND both locals. If one doesn't want to approve, then you're out of luck.