Electrician at Jacksonville Electrical JATC

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipUnionPaid Training

at Jacksonville Electrical JATC in Jacksonville, FL

About This Program

The Jacksonville Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship program in Jacksonville, FL. Jointly managed by union and employer representatives, this JATC program is one of the most established pathways into the electrical trade in Northeast Florida, offering paid training backed by both organized labor and the local construction industry.

The program spans five years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on active job sites throughout the Jacksonville area, gaining experience with electrical system installation, wiring, conduit bending, panel work, and system testing. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, load calculations, motor controls, and safety standards.

Graduates complete the program as journey-level electricians with recognized union credentials. Jacksonville's position as one of Florida's largest cities supports consistent demand for electricians across construction, industrial, and infrastructure sectors, offering graduates a strong foundation for long-term career growth.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$30

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

5 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration5 years
Starting wage$15.00/hr
Journeyman wage$29.61/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in Florida

Electricians in Florida are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Florida Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board.

View full Floridalicensing requirements →

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