Electrician at International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 269
at International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 269 in Trenton, NJ
About This Program
IBEW Local 269 sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Trenton, NJ. This employer-backed, JATC-structured program affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers provides a comprehensive five-year training pathway for individuals entering the electrical trade in central New Jersey.
The apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on commercial, industrial, and residential job sites under the supervision of experienced journeyman electricians, developing skills in wiring methods, conduit installation, panel assembly, motor controls, troubleshooting, and NEC compliance. Classroom instruction addresses electrical theory, blueprint reading, load calculations, and safety standards. All apprentices are paid throughout the program, with wages increasing as they advance through each year.
Completing the apprenticeship earns graduates IBEW journeyman electrician credentials with national recognition. Trenton and the surrounding central New Jersey area offer steady construction and government-sector infrastructure work, supporting long-term employment opportunities for qualified journeymen.
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 New Jersey
Electricians in New Jersey are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by New Jersey Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors.
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