Electrician at Baltimore Electricians JATC Local Union No. 24
at Baltimore Electricians JATC Local Union No. 24 in Baltimore, MD
About This Program
The Baltimore Electricians JATC Local Union No. 24 offers a union electrician apprenticeship in Baltimore, Maryland. Administered jointly by IBEW Local 24 and contributing employers, this JATC program is one of the region's established pathways into the electrical trade, combining rigorous field experience with structured classroom learning in one of Maryland's largest construction markets.
This five-year, time-based program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices rotate through real-world projects, gaining practical skills in electrical wiring, conduit systems, panel and switchgear installation, motor controls, and National Electrical Code compliance. Classroom sessions cover electrical theory, blueprint reading, and safety practices. Apprentices receive a paycheck from their first day on the job, with pay scales increasing at each program milestone.
Graduating apprentices earn journeyman electrician status and full union membership with IBEW Local 24. Union affiliation brings access to negotiated wages, health coverage, retirement benefits, and ongoing training — making this an attractive long-term career investment for those entering the electrical industry in the Baltimore area.
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 Maryland
Electricians in Maryland are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Maryland Department of Labor, State Board of Master Electricians.
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