ATC INTERVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. Can you tell us some of the reasons why you decided to apply for an electrical
apprenticeship? - Answers- I applied for this apprenticeship because I want to learn
new skills from experienced and like-minded professionals who also enjoy working with
electricity.
1. What are some of the experiences you have had in the past that increased your
interest in becoming an electrical worker? - Answers- In high school I took a basic
electronics class that was very hands on. I enjoyed this class very much because I am a
practical learner. I also shipped off to Air Force basic military training with a guaranteed
electronics job based on my ASVAB score in electronics
1. What knowledge do you have about what an electrical worker does on the job? -
Answers- The work of electricians is to connect, assess, and repair systems that use
electronics in both residences and commercial structures.
Describe a time when you had an idea about a different way to make, build, or repair
something. - Answers- A couple years ago, my previous vehicle was not turning when
rotating the steering wheel. My friend said that I should take it to a repair shop and I
said that I would like to research it more and try and repair myself even though it was
out of purview. I diagnosed it as a broken tie rod and successfully replaced it in a
parking lot.
Describe how you went about planning a project that you completed from start to finish.
- Answers- I did a brake job on my vehicle last year and I planned the project by
researching the repair procedures, the cost of materials from various sources, and tools
needed. I then successfully carried out the repair
1. Tell us about a time when you were proud of the way you organized a job. - Answers-
At a previous job, I was a front desk agent at a boutique hotel in Carmel, CA. For a
client I organized a honeymoon getaway by asking questions, listening to his requests
and assisting in selecting a room and coordinating floral and dining arrangements.
During check out, I inquired about their stay and they told me that everything was
perfect. It was a very fulfilling moment for me.
Describe a time when you were working on an important deadline, but something of
higher priority came up and prevented you from making the deadline. - Answers- I was
writing a paper for school and I missed the deadline on it because I was working a shift
in a restaurant. I worked hard to manage my time, but I was taking approximately 13
credits and working full time in order to pay for school. I submitted the paper late and
received a 15% penalty putting my grade at a B-.
1. Tell us about a time you didn't understand the instructions you were given for a task -
- Answers- Once I was tasked with changing the headlights on my vehicle and I had to
remove the bumper in order to complete the task. I checked out a repair manual from
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