Electricians Union
Join IBEW and Become an Apprentice

Electricians union training is another great way to pursue your career as an electrician. The hands-on experience as well as the classroom work is phenomenal!

The National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (NJATC) is perhaps the largest apprenticeship and training programs of its kind.

The joint program between NECA and IBEW has clearly demonstrated the most cost effective way to train qualified craft workers.

These specialties are in VERY HIGH demand, so a very good score in the aptitude test is needed.

The test consists of two parts: Algebra and Reading Comprehension. It doesn't hurt by preparing for the test.

GED test preparation book which you can borrow from any public library can be a tremendous asset.

You must become an IBEW member or join the local electrical union to participate in an apprenticeship program.

Do they really pay you? Yes. Their program, known as apprenticeship, combines on the job experience with instructor-lead classes. You will earn an attractive wage for every hour that you spend on the job.

How much will you earn? That depends on the program you choose and your locality. Some of the programs take three years to complete, one takes five; but you can expect to earn between $80,000 and $150,000 during the course of your apprenticeship.

What else do you get? How about college credit for your class work. You'll also receive health insurance and pension credit as well.

There are 4 specialty areas that NJATC offers for apprenticeship:

Outside Lineman - primarily perform electrical work for transmissions and distribution of electrical energy.

Inside Wireman - primarily perform electrical construction work in commercial and industrial settings.

VDV Installer Technician - primarily perform electrical installations for voice, data, and video, sound, and other telecommunications areas.

Residential Wiremen - primarily perform electrical construction work in residential settings.

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