Electrician at Marion-Kokomo Electricians J.A.T.C.
at Marion-Kokomo Electricians J.A.T.C. in Kokomo, IN
About This Program
Marion-Kokomo Electricians J.A.T.C. offers this employer-sponsored electrician apprenticeship in Kokomo, IN. Designed to develop skilled electrical workers for the local workforce, this program gives motivated individuals a structured, paid path into a high-demand trade without taking on student debt. Apprentices earn wages throughout all five years of training.
The program consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction delivered over five years. On the job, apprentices work alongside experienced electricians learning to install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems in a range of settings. Technical instruction covers foundational electrical theory, code compliance, blueprint reading, conduit bending, and safety procedures.
Upon completion, graduates achieve journeyman electrician status, qualifying them to take on independent electrical work across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. This credential supports strong long-term earning potential and career mobility throughout the construction and maintenance industries.
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.
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