Electrician at Area Iv Inside Electrical JATC
at Area Iv Inside Electrical JATC in Salem, OR
About This Program
Area IV Inside Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Salem, Oregon. This IBEW-affiliated program follows the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee model, providing employer-backed, paid training for those entering the inside electrical trade in the mid-Willamette Valley region. Apprentices earn wages throughout the five-year program, with regular increases tied to skill advancement.
The program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work under licensed journeymen on commercial and industrial construction projects, learning to install wiring systems, electrical panels, conduit, lighting, and control equipment. Classroom coursework covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, blueprint reading, motor controls, and workplace safety.
Completing this apprenticeship leads to journeyman inside wireman status, a widely recognized credential in Oregon's construction industry. Salem's growing commercial development and the region's strong construction sector make this a practical and rewarding path for those committed to a long-term career in the electrical trades.
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 Oregon
Electricians in Oregon are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Oregon Building Codes Division.
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