Electrician at Mcgehee Electrical Apprenticeship Atc
at Mcgehee Electrical Apprenticeship Atc in Mcgehee, AR
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.
About This Program
The McGehee Electrical Apprenticeship ATC sponsors a registered electrician apprenticeship program based in McGehee, Arkansas. This is a non-union, employer-sponsored program designed to train individuals in the full range of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical work. Apprentices are paid throughout the entire training period, allowing them to earn a living wage from day one.
The program follows a time-based structure spanning five years. Apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training working alongside experienced electricians, along with 576 hours of related technical instruction covering electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, blueprint reading, wiring methods, and safety practices. Classroom and hands-on training are integrated throughout the program's duration.
Upon completing all training requirements, apprentices advance to journeyman electrician status — a recognized credential that opens doors to higher wages, greater job stability, and opportunities for advancement in the electrical trade across Arkansas and beyond.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Arkansas
Electricians in Arkansas are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing, Board of Electrical Examiners.
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