Electrician at Alexandria Electrical JATC
at Alexandria Electrical JATC in Alexandria, LA
About This Program
The Alexandria Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Alexandria, LA. As a Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program, it provides structured, employer- and union-supported training for individuals pursuing a career in the electrical trade in central Louisiana. Apprentices receive pay for their work from their first day on the job.
This five-year, time-based program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside journeyman electricians on commercial, industrial, and residential projects, developing skills in wiring, conduit installation, panel work, and electrical troubleshooting. Classroom study covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, load calculations, print reading, and workplace safety.
Graduates of the Alexandria Electrical JATC program earn journeyman electrician status upon completion. This recognized credential positions graduates for long-term employment in the electrical trade, and the program's JATC union affiliation typically includes progressive wage increases and access to health and retirement benefits.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$30
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Electrician Career Outlook
National Median
$29.61/hr
~$61,588.8/yr
Apprentice Start
$15/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Electrician employment is projected to grow significantly, driven by construction activity, renewable energy expansion, and EV infrastructure buildout. The increasing electrification of buildings and transportation systems creates strong long-term demand. Licensed electricians with experience in solar, battery storage, or industrial controls are especially sought after.
What to Expect as an Electrician Apprentice
Duration
5 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~32 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~115 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Louisiana
Electricians in Louisiana are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors.
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