Electrician at IBEW Local 1919 JATC
at IBEW Local 1919 JATC in Pittsburgh, PA
About This Program
IBEW Local 1919 JATC sponsors a registered electrician apprenticeship program in Pittsburgh, PA. As a union JATC affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, this program offers apprentices a structured path into the electrical trade backed by one of the most recognized labor organizations in the country. Apprentices are paid from the first day on the job and receive incremental wage increases throughout the five-year program.
The apprenticeship combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside journeymen on electrical installations and maintenance projects in the Pittsburgh area, building skills in wiring systems, conduit installation, panel work, and electrical troubleshooting. Classroom coursework covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, safety standards, and technical drawing interpretation.
Completing the program earns apprentices journeyman electrician status and IBEW membership — credentials that carry weight across the industry. Pittsburgh's ongoing construction activity and diverse industrial base create consistent demand for licensed electricians, making this a strong investment in a long-term 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.
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.
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