Electrician at City of Bandon & IBEW Local 659 JATC
at City of Bandon & IBEW Local 659 JATC in Bandon, OR
About This Program
The City of Bandon and IBEW Local 659 JATC co-sponsor this union electrician apprenticeship in Bandon, Oregon. This unique partnership between a municipal employer and IBEW Local 659 provides a structured, paid path into the electrical trade on the Oregon coast. Apprentices benefit from both public-sector job site experience and the training standards upheld by the IBEW's apprenticeship framework.
The program spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training along with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work under journeyman electricians gaining practical skills in electrical installation, system maintenance, and troubleshooting in both municipal and broader construction contexts. Classroom studies cover electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, blueprint reading, and safety requirements.
Upon completing the apprenticeship, graduates earn journeyman electrician status with credentials recognized statewide. The combination of municipal experience and IBEW union training makes this program a distinctive option for those looking to build a stable, long-term career in the electrical trade on the southern Oregon coast.
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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