Electrician at IBEW/NECA LU 1 Electricians JATC - Commercial Wireman
at IBEW/NECA LU 1 Electricians JATC - Commercial Wireman in St. Louis, MO
About This Program
IBEW/NECA LU 1 Electricians JATC — Commercial Wireman in St. Louis, MO offers a union electrician apprenticeship specifically focused on commercial wiring work in the greater St. Louis area. Jointly administered by IBEW Local 1 and NECA signatory contractors, this JATC program provides paid, structured training tailored to the demands of commercial electrical construction under established union standards.
The five-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices receive targeted training in commercial wiring methods, conduit installation, switchgear, panel work, lighting systems, motor controls, load calculations, and National Electrical Code compliance — all within the context of commercial construction and renovation projects throughout St. Louis.
Graduates earn journey-level Commercial Wireman credentials recognized by IBEW signatory employers. The commercial wireman specialization prepares apprentices for the high-volume commercial building market in St. Louis, offering strong long-term career prospects in a growing trade sector.
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.
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