Electrician at Muncie Electrical JATC
at Muncie Electrical JATC in Muncie, IN
About This Program
The Muncie Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Muncie, IN. Operated as a Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program, it brings together union and employer partners to deliver comprehensive, hands-on training that meets the demands of today's electrical industry. Apprentices are paid from their first day on the job.
The program spans five years, incorporating 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work under the supervision of journeyman electricians, gaining practical experience with wiring, electrical panels, motors, and control systems in commercial, industrial, and residential settings. Technical coursework addresses electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, safety regulations, print reading, and grounding systems.
Completing this apprenticeship earns the graduate journeyman electrician status, a recognized credential that supports long-term career growth in the electrical trade. The union structure typically provides wage progressions throughout training, along with access to benefits packages negotiated through collective bargaining.
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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
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