Electrician at Monroe Electrical JATC
at Monroe Electrical JATC in Monroe, LA
About This Program
The Monroe Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Monroe, LA. This Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program provides structured, industry-recognized training for individuals entering the electrical trade, backed by both union and employer support. Apprentices are paid from the moment they begin working on the job.
Over five years, participants complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced journeyman electricians on a variety of job sites, building skills in conduit installation, wiring systems, panel work, and electrical troubleshooting. Technical coursework reinforces field experience with instruction on electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, blueprint reading, and safety practices.
Graduates achieve journeyman electrician status upon completing all program requirements. This credential supports strong career prospects in the construction and maintenance industries, and the program's JATC union affiliation typically includes access to collectively bargained wages and benefits throughout the apprenticeship.
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 Louisiana
Electricians in Louisiana are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors.
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