Electrician at M.R. Electricians, Inc.
at M.R. Electricians, Inc. in Largo, FL
About This Program
M.R. Electricians, Inc. sponsors this registered electrician apprenticeship program based in Largo, FL. This is a non-union, employer-sponsored program open to individuals looking to build a career in the electrical trade through hands-on, paid training from day one.
The program runs for five years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced electricians learning to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, blueprint reading, and safe work practices.
Upon completing the program, graduates are qualified to work as journey-level electricians. The electrician trade offers strong long-term earning potential and steady demand across Florida's construction and maintenance sectors, making this apprenticeship a practical pathway to a skilled, well-paying 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.
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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