Electrician at Miami Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
at Miami Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee in Miami, FL
About This Program
The Miami Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee offers a registered electrician apprenticeship program in Miami, FL. This employer-sponsored, non-union program provides a structured and paid training pathway for those entering one of the most essential skilled trades in South Florida's booming construction market.
The program runs five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain experience working on residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems while classroom training covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, wiring methods, blueprint reading, and safety standards. The Miami metro area provides a wide variety of job site exposure throughout the apprenticeship.
Upon completion, apprentices become journey-level electricians ready to work independently on complex electrical systems. Miami's continued growth in construction, hospitality, and infrastructure creates lasting demand for skilled electricians, making this apprenticeship a strong investment in a long-term trade career.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Florida
Electricians in Florida are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Florida Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board.
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