Electrician at Paragould Local Electrical Apprenticeship
at Paragould Local Electrical Apprenticeship in Paragould, AR
About This Program
Paragould Local Electrical Apprenticeship, located in Paragould, AR, sponsors a registered electrician apprenticeship for individuals pursuing a career in the electrical trade in northeast Arkansas. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides paid training throughout the apprenticeship, giving participants a financially accessible path to a skilled trade credential.
The apprenticeship spans 5 years, with 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain hands-on experience installing and maintaining electrical systems in residential and commercial construction, including rough-in wiring, device installation, panel wiring, grounding, and conduit work. Technical instruction addresses electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, safety practices, and Arkansas licensing preparation.
Upon completion, graduates are qualified as journey-level electricians. Paragould's growing manufacturing and commercial sectors support consistent demand for skilled electrical workers, and apprentices who complete this program are well-prepared to pursue long-term careers in the trade.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Arkansas
Electricians in Arkansas are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing, Board of Electrical Examiners.
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