Electrician at Lakeview Light & Power and IBEW Local Union #483
at Lakeview Light & Power and IBEW Local Union #483 in Lakewood, WA
About This Program
Lakeview Light & Power and IBEW Local Union #483 sponsor a union electrician apprenticeship in Lakewood, WA. This Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) program is designed for individuals who want to enter the electrical trade with the support of a union employer and earn a paycheck from day one.
Over five years, apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. On the job, they gain hands-on experience with electrical installation, system maintenance, and utility operations. Classroom sessions cover the National Electrical Code, electrical theory, safety practices, and technical drawing interpretation.
Upon graduation, apprentices become journeyman electricians recognized through IBEW Local 483. This credential supports careers in utility, industrial, and commercial electrical work, with access to union wages, benefits, and ongoing training opportunities.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Washington
Electricians in Washington are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
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