Electrician at Csra Electrical JATC
at Csra Electrical JATC in Augusta, GA
About This Program
The CSRA Electrical JATC offers this registered union electrician apprenticeship program in Augusta, GA, serving the Central Savannah River Area. As a Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program, it is supported by both union representatives and area employers, providing apprentices with structured paid training and industry-recognized credentials.
The five-year program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices are assigned to local construction and industrial job sites where they develop hands-on skills in electrical installation, conduit bending, circuit wiring, panel work, and troubleshooting. Classroom coursework addresses electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, motor controls, transformers, and workplace safety regulations.
Graduates earn journey-level electrician status with union credentials upon completing the program. The Augusta region, which includes a significant industrial and government presence, sustains strong ongoing demand for skilled electricians — positioning CSRA JATC graduates well for long-term employment and career advancement.
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 Georgia
Electricians in Georgia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors.
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