Electrician at North Texas Electrical JATC
at North Texas Electrical JATC in Grand Prairie, TX
About This Program
The North Texas Electrical JATC offers a union electrician apprenticeship program in Grand Prairie, TX, serving the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. This IBEW-affiliated Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program gives apprentices access to union-quality instruction and hands-on experience in one of the nation's fastest-growing construction markets — with pay from the very first day.
This five-year program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working alongside licensed journeymen, apprentices develop skills in commercial and industrial wiring, conduit systems, switchgear, load calculations, motor controls, and compliance with the National Electrical Code. Classroom instruction builds on field work with coursework in electrical theory, safety, and technical problem-solving.
Graduates earn journey-level electrician status with IBEW union standing and a nationally recognized credential. Union membership provides access to healthcare, pension benefits, and competitive wages — along with a strong professional network across the North Texas region.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Texas
Electricians in Texas are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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