Electrician at NECA & IBEW Local 90 JATC
at NECA & IBEW Local 90 JATC in Wallingford, CT
About This Program
NECA & IBEW Local 90 JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship program located in Wallingford, CT. This program is jointly administered by the National Electrical Contractors Association and IBEW Local 90, combining the resources and expertise of both organizations to deliver comprehensive electrical training. Apprentices are paid union wages and receive benefits from their first day on the job.
The five-year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working on job sites throughout the greater New Haven and central Connecticut area, apprentices develop practical skills in electrical system installation, conduit work, wiring, panel setup, and troubleshooting. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, load calculations, blueprint reading, and safety practices.
Graduates earn journeyman electrician standing and full IBEW union membership. Connecticut's active construction and manufacturing sectors create steady demand for skilled journeyman electricians, and union completion through NECA & IBEW Local 90 JATC provides a strong foundation for a lasting 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.
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 Connecticut
Electricians in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
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