Electrician at Niagara County Electricians Lu# 237
at Niagara County Electricians Lu# 237 in Niagara Falls, NY
About This Program
Niagara County Electricians LU #237 offers an electrician apprenticeship in Niagara Falls, NY. This non-union program provides a structured, paid pathway into the electrical trade for residents of the Niagara County area. Apprentices earn wages from the start of the program and develop practical skills under the supervision of experienced electricians in real work environments.
The five-year, time-based apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Hands-on training covers electrical installation, wiring methods, circuit troubleshooting, panel work, and equipment maintenance across commercial, residential, and industrial settings. Classroom instruction addresses electrical theory, National Electrical Code standards, blueprint reading, conduit systems, and job-site safety practices.
Apprentices who complete all program requirements graduate as journeyman electricians, fully prepared to work independently on a broad range of electrical projects. The credential is widely recognized across New York State, and demand for skilled electricians in the Niagara Falls region supports solid long-term employment prospects.
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.
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