Electrician at Performance Electrical Apprenticeship Committee
at Performance Electrical Apprenticeship Committee in Puyallup, WA
About This Program
The Performance Electrical Apprenticeship Committee sponsors a registered electrician apprenticeship program in Puyallup, WA. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers a structured, paid pathway into the electrical trade for motivated individuals in the greater Puget Sound region of Washington State.
Running for five years, the program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop hands-on skills in residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical work, including wiring systems, conduit installation, panel assemblies, circuit troubleshooting, and compliance with the National Electrical Code. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, safety standards, blueprint reading, and the technical knowledge needed to perform skilled electrical work independently.
Graduates earn a nationally recognized registered apprenticeship credential and are prepared for journey-level electrical work throughout Washington State. The Puyallup and greater Tacoma area has a strong construction market, providing solid employment prospects for qualified electricians completing the program.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Washington
Electricians in Washington are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
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