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PEJATC INC

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 262578221 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE B30 · Education · Medium ($1M-$10M) · pejatc.org
revenue
$5.0M
expenses
$3.3M
net assets
$5.8M
employees
64
program ratio
80%
mission · from form 990

TO OPERATE EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES WITH THE IMMEDIATE CHARACTER OF BEING A SCHOOL FOR THE TRAINING OF INDIVIDUALS IN THE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY.

profile · synthesized from sources

PEJATC Inc. is an apprenticeship program in Phoenix, Arizona, that trains individuals to become Inside Wiremen in the electrical construction industry. The program, established in 1943, combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training, allowing apprentices to earn wages and benefits while learning. It is a joint effort between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Continuing Education Classes
Online "E Course" classes available for journeymen and apprentices to further their skills and knowledge.
Inside Wireman Apprenticeship
A 4-year (8-semester) program combining classroom instruction and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training to prepare individuals for careers as journey-level electrical workers. Apprentices earn competitive wages and benefits while learning.
Tech Math Course
An online course designed to refresh math skills and prepare individuals for electrical theory, conduit fabrication, code calculations, and other job skills, also serving as an alternative to algebra requirements for apprenticeship applicants.
activities · 3 groups

what they do

  • Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program 11 activities
    • Administer apprenticeship application and qualification process
      Manages a structured application process for the apprenticeship program, including administration of a General Aptitude Test, online Tech Math Course for applicants who do not meet math requirements, and exemptions for qualified individuals with electrical experience or military service. The next intake is for a Spring semester starting January 2027, with applications due by September 15, 2026.
    • Apprenticeship Application Support and Preparation
      Offers an online Tech Math Course for applicants who do not meet the math requirements for the apprenticeship program, provides access to workstations at Training Centers for computer access, and schedules a General Aptitude Test for all applicants.
    • Apprenticeship Application Support and Qualification
      Offers an online Tech Math Course for applicants who do not meet the math requirements for the apprenticeship program, provides access to workstations at Training Centers for computer access, and schedules a General Aptitude Test for all applicants as part of the qualification process. Exemptions from school and math requirements are provided for applicants with over 2,000 documented hours of electrical construction experience or at least three years of active-duty military service with honorable discharge.
    • Apprenticeship Application Support and Qualification
      Offers support for apprenticeship applicants, including an online Tech Math Course for those who do not meet math requirements, access to workstations at Training Centers, and scheduling a General Aptitude Test. The organization also provides exemptions from certain requirements for applicants with documented electrical construction experience or military service.
    • Apprenticeship Application and Qualification Support
      Manages the application process for its apprenticeship program, including scheduling a General Aptitude Test, offering an online Tech Math Course for applicants who do not meet math requirements, providing access to workstations at its Training Centers, and exempting certain applicants (those with over 2,000 documented hours of electrical construction experience or at least three years of active-duty military service) from school and math requirements.
    • Apprenticeship Requirement Exemptions
      Exempts applicants with over 2,000 documented hours of electrical construction experience or at least three years of active-duty military service with an honorable discharge from certain school and math requirements for the apprenticeship program.
    • Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program
      Operates the Phoenix Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program, an accelerated 5-year, state-recognized curriculum combining classes with 8,000 hours of hands-on field work on construction jobsites, to train electrical apprentices for careers as journey-level electrical workers in Arizona. The program has grown to over 800 apprentices since its establishment in July 1943.
    • Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program
      Operates the Phoenix Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program, an accelerated 5-year, state-recognized curriculum combining classroom instruction with 8,000 hours of paid, hands-on training on construction jobsites, preparing students for careers as journey-level electrical workers in Arizona. The program has grown to over 800 apprentices since its establishment in July 1943.
    • Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program
      Operates the Phoenix Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program, established in July 1943, to train electrical apprentices for careers as journey-level electrical workers in Arizona. The program is an accelerated 5-year, state-recognized curriculum combining classroom instruction with 8,000 hours of paid, hands-on training on construction jobsites with signatory contractors.
    • Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program
      Operates the Phoenix Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program, established in July 1943, which trains over 800 electrical apprentices for careers as journey-level electrical workers in Arizona. The program is an accelerated 5-year, state-recognized curriculum combining classroom instruction with 8,000 hours of paid, hands-on training on construction jobsites with signatory contractors.
    • Operate electrical apprenticeship training program
      Runs a state-recognized, 5-year electrical apprenticeship program combining 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with structured classroom instruction, preparing apprentices for journey-level careers in the electrical construction industry. The program currently includes over 800 apprentices and assigns participants to full-time employment with signatory contractors.
  • Online Training Platform Support 8 activities
    • Deliver continuing education for journeymen electricians
      Provides Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET) classes through online registration and supports enrollment via the Tradeschool platform, including registration, payment, and record management.
    • Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET)
      Provides online registration for Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET) classes for the Electrical Construction Industry in Arizona.
    • Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET)
      Provides online registration and support for Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET) classes, allowing journeymen to access and manage their school schedules, records, and submit work reports through the Tradeschool platform.
    • Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET)
      Provides online registration and support for Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET) classes, allowing journeymen to access and manage their school schedules and records.
    • Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET)
      Provides online registration and support for Journeyman Continuing Electrical Training (CET) classes, allowing journeymen to access and manage their school schedules and records.
    • Provide digital access and training platform support
      Offers access to workstations at training centers for applicants needing computer access and provides instructional support for using the Tradeschool platform, including submitting work reports, managing schedules and records, registering for CET classes, and completing semester sign-off forms.
    • Tradeschool Platform Management
      Provides instructional guidance and support for apprentices and journeymen to submit work reports, manage school schedules and records, and complete semester sign-off forms through the Tradeschool platform.
    • Tradeschool Platform Support
      Provides instructional guidance and support for apprentices on submitting work reports, accessing and managing school schedules and records, and completing semester sign-off forms through the Tradeschool platform.
  • Apprentice & Journeyman Wage Setting 2 activities
    • Apprentice Placement and Compensation
      Assigns selected apprentices to full-time employment with signatory contractors, providing a starting pay rate of $21.50 per hour for Inside Wireman Apprentices and offering raises upon meeting specific hour thresholds (1,000, 2,000, 3,500, 5,000, 6,500, and 8,000 hours).
    • Support apprentice workforce integration and progression
      Assigns apprentices to full-time positions with signatory contractors and supports career advancement through scheduled wage increases at defined hour milestones (1,000 to 8,000 hours) and structured schooling that increases in frequency from one day every two weeks in the first year to weekly evening classes in subsequent years.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$4.98M
Contributions & grants$4.07M82%
Program service revenue$904K18%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.29M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.73M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$9.94M
Cash$585K
Investments$0
Liabilities$4.10M
Net assets$5.84M
Liquid reserves2.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +77.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Shawn Hutchinson Executive Dir. 38 $147K
Lee Emms Executive Dir. 38 $129K
Frank Cissne Appr Director 38 $120K
board members · 1
  • Dean Wine — Trustee
relationships · 17

who they work with

  • AZ Chapter NECA Partner — Debra Margraf, Manager, serves as a Trustee on the Board.
  • B&D Partner — Chris Carrasco, Executive Director of AZ Operations, serves as a Trustee on the Board.
  • Cannon and Wendt Electric Partner — Kyreece Wappner, Superintendent, serves as a Trustee on the Board.
  • Electrical Training Alliance Partner — Provides e-books and a Learning Management System (LMS) for training.
  • GAN Human Resources Partner — Developed the GAN Aptitude Test and thoroughly reviews and evaluates the Personal Experience Form (PEF) for applicants.
  • GAN Human Resources Partner — Developed the GAN Aptitude Test used for assessing applicants and reviews and evaluates the Personal Experience Form.
  • IBEW L.U. 640 Partner — James Crutchfield is Business Manager and Jason Dempsey is Business Agent, both serving as Trustees on the Board.
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Partner — Teamed up with NECA in 1941 to establish apprenticeships and training programs for the electrical industry.
  • Local Union 640 Partner — Represents Electrical Workers in Arizona.
  • National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Partner — Teamed up with IBEW in 1941 to establish apprenticeships and training programs for the electrical industry.
  • National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (NJATC) Partner — Mission is to develop and standardize training to educate members of the IBEW and NECA.
  • Rosendin Electric Partner — Stephan Cole, Corporate Field Trainer, serves as a Trustee on the Board.
  • Swain Electric Partner — Brian Swain, Principle, serves as Secretary on the Board of Trustees.
  • The Arizona Chapter of NECA Partner — Represents Electrical Contractors in Northern Arizona and the Phoenix metropolitan area.
  • TradeSchool Inc. Partner — Provides the online platform for creating accounts and submitting applications.
  • Training Director Partner — Contact point for companies interested in hiring apprentices or accessing continuing education.
  • Zenith - American Solutions Administrators Partner — Administers pension, annuity, and health benefits for IBEW-NECA members and their families.