Following an electrician through these apprenticeship programs and into their careers as journey level workers, combined with “state of the art” training facilities, highly trained instructional staff and meaningful continuing education provides the highest quality, professional installations by the very best trained workforce.
We have two electrical apprenticeship training programs.
Construction (Inside) Electrician,
Installer-Technician (Voice-Data-Video)
Each apprenticeship requires on the job training as well as related (classroom) instruction. The apprentice will be paid for on the job training and Wisconsin is unique in requiring employers to pay apprentices their hourly wage while attending a portion of their related instruction. Investigate each program to determine which apprenticeship program is right for you.
WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP?
Electrical apprenticeships combine structured On-the-Job Training with related classroom instruction. Apprenticeships provide a complete education in all aspects of the craft, and training extends beyond the specific skills required by any one employer. The term of the apprenticeship is five years and not less than 8,000 hours of On the Job Training including additional classroom related instruction.During the hours of required classroom instruction, the apprentice learns how to use, care for, and safely handle the tools and materials used in the trade. Apprentices learn safety techniques needed to protect themselves on the job.
Paid classroom instruction is typically during the day and includes drafting, blueprint reading, mathematics and applied physics. Additional unpaid classroom instruction is required on the apprentice’s own time.
Apprentices are employed by a contractor for the term of their apprenticeship. The employer agrees to pay each apprentice for work performed, and to provide supervised structured On-the-Job Training in the basic skills of the trade. While on the job-site, apprentices learn approved methods of installation. They learn how to install, test, maintain and repair all systems and equipment.
HERE’S WHAT’S REQUIRED OF YOU:
•A high school diploma (or equivalent)
•Demonstrated ability in math and reading skills
•Be drug free (a negative reading on a drug screen)
•A willingness to learn and succeed
DO WE REALLY PAY YOU TO LEARN?
Yes. Our training program, known as apprenticeship, combines formal, instructor lead classes with on-the-job experience and 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, and you’ll receive health insurance and pension credits as well.
APTITUDE TEST
All applicants must complete the Electrical Training ALLIANCE (NJATC) Apprentice Selection Tests Applicants must attained the established norms as determined and validated by the American Institutes for Research.
Arrangements for testing are made by the Committee.
More specific information on the Aptitude Test can be located at: electricaltrainingalliance.org/SamplePage