Electrician at Area Vii Ltd Residential Electrical JATC
at Area Vii Ltd Residential Electrical JATC in Bend, OR
About This Program
Area VII LTD Residential Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Bend, Oregon. This IBEW-affiliated program is specifically focused on residential electrical work and is well-suited for those who want to specialize in wiring homes, multi-family units, and similar residential construction projects in central Oregon. Apprentices are paid throughout the five-year program and earn wage increases as they progress.
The apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work under journeyman electricians on residential construction sites, developing practical skills in rough-in wiring, service entrance installation, device and fixture installation, and electrical code compliance specific to residential applications. Classroom instruction covers residential electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, blueprint reading, and safety standards.
Graduates earn journeyman electrician credentials with a residential focus upon completing the program. Bend's rapid population growth and ongoing residential construction boom make this an excellent region for electricians specializing in residential work, and union affiliation through the IBEW provides long-term career stability and access to 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.
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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