Electrician at Ann Arbor Electrical JATC
at Ann Arbor Electrical JATC in Chelsea, MI
About This Program
The Ann Arbor Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship program located in Chelsea, Michigan. Operating under the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee model, this program serves the Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County area, jointly administered by IBEW-affiliated labor and employer partners to deliver structured, high-quality electrical trade training.
This five-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on actual construction and industrial projects, developing hands-on skills in electrical wiring, conduit installation, panel work, motor controls, and National Electrical Code compliance. Classroom instruction covers the theoretical foundations of electrical work, blueprint reading, load calculations, and safety regulations. Apprentices earn wages from the beginning, increasing with each year of advancement.
Graduates complete the program as fully credentialed journeyman electricians with union membership, supporting access to competitive pay, health benefits, and retirement plans. The Ann Arbor region's active construction market makes this apprenticeship a sound investment in a stable, skilled career.
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.
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 Michigan
Electricians in Michigan are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Construction Codes.
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