Electrician at Colorado Springs Electrical JATC - Inside Program
at Colorado Springs Electrical JATC - Inside Program in Colorado Springs, CO
About This Program
Colorado Springs Electrical JATC - Inside Program sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Colorado Springs, CO. This is an inside wireman program, focusing on the installation and maintenance of electrical systems in commercial and industrial buildings. Administered jointly by union and contractor partners, the program offers union wages and benefits to apprentices throughout their training.
The apprenticeship is five years long and structured around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop hands-on skills in electrical wiring, panel installation, conduit work, motor controls, and system troubleshooting on real job sites. Classroom instruction addresses electrical theory, National Electrical Code requirements, blueprint reading, load calculations, and safety.
Graduates complete the program as journeyman inside wiremen with union membership and a credential recognized across the industry. Colorado Springs' expanding commercial and military-related construction sectors support strong demand for qualified electricians, making this apprenticeship a worthwhile investment in a durable trade career.
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.
How to Apply
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 Colorado
Electricians in Colorado are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Colorado State Electrical Board.
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