Electrician at Electrician Dubuque JATC LU 704
at Electrician Dubuque JATC LU 704 in Dubuque, IA
About This Program
Electrician Dubuque JATC LU 704 sponsors this registered union electrician apprenticeship program in Dubuque, IA. As a Local Union 704 JATC program, it is administered jointly by union and employer partners, offering apprentices union-affiliated training, job site placements, and a clearly defined path to journeyman electrician status.
The five-year program consists of 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on commercial, industrial, and institutional job sites throughout the Dubuque area, developing skills in electrical installation, panel wiring, conduit systems, motor controls, and troubleshooting. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, safety standards, and technical skills required at the journeyman level.
Upon completing all program requirements, graduates earn journey-level union credentials through IBEW Local 704. Dubuque's manufacturing and construction sectors provide steady employment for skilled electricians, making this JATC apprenticeship a strong foundation for a long-term career in the trade.
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 Iowa
Electricians in Iowa are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing.
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