Electrician at Pueblo Electrical JATC
at Pueblo Electrical JATC in Pueblo, CO
About This Program
The Pueblo Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship program based in Pueblo, CO. Jointly managed by union and contractor partners, this JATC program provides a clear, structured path into the electrical trade for residents of the Pueblo area. Apprentices earn union wages and benefits throughout their training — no unpaid classroom time required.
The program runs five years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside journeyman electricians on commercial, residential, and industrial job sites, developing practical skills in wiring, panel installation, conduit bending, and electrical system troubleshooting. Classroom sessions cover electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, and safety standards.
Upon completion, apprentices achieve journeyman electrician status and become full union members. Pueblo's industrial heritage and ongoing construction activity provide a solid local market for qualified electricians, and the journeyman credential offers long-term career mobility throughout Colorado and nationally.
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 Colorado
Electricians in Colorado are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Colorado State Electrical Board.
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