Electrician at Fort Dodge Electrical Apprenticeship
at Fort Dodge Electrical Apprenticeship in Urbandale, IA
About This Program
Fort Dodge Electrical Apprenticeship, administered out of Urbandale, IA, offers a registered electrician apprenticeship program serving the Fort Dodge area and surrounding North Central Iowa communities. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides paid, hands-on training for individuals starting a career in the electrical trade.
The program spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain real-world experience working with licensed electricians on residential, commercial, and industrial electrical projects, developing skills in wiring, conduit installation, panel work, and system troubleshooting. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, safety practices, and technical knowledge required to perform at the journeyman level.
Graduates earn journey-level electrician status upon completing all program requirements. The Fort Dodge region's agriculture-driven economy, industrial facilities, and construction activity provide a consistent market for qualified electricians, making this apprenticeship a practical pathway to a stable trade career in Iowa.
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.
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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