Electrician at City of Milton & IBEW Local 483 Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee
at City of Milton & IBEW Local 483 Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee in Milton, WA
About This Program
The City of Milton and IBEW Local 483 sponsor a union electrician apprenticeship in Milton, WA through their Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. This JATC program gives apprentices access to public-sector electrical work experience combined with the strong training standards and worker protections of IBEW membership. Apprentices are paid throughout the program.
Over five years, participants complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside journeymen on municipal electrical systems, gaining experience with installation, maintenance, and repair. Classroom coursework covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, safety practices, and technical documentation.
Graduates become journeyman electricians credentialed through IBEW Local 483, prepared for rewarding careers in municipal utilities, public infrastructure, and commercial electrical work throughout the Pierce County 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 Washington
Electricians in Washington are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
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