Electrician at Puget Sound Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
at Puget Sound Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee in Renton, WA
About This Program
The Puget Sound Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee offers a comprehensive electrician apprenticeship in Renton, WA. This employer-sponsored program gives aspiring electricians a structured, paid pathway into one of the most in-demand trades in the Pacific Northwest.
The apprenticeship runs for five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain practical experience in electrical installation, wiring systems, conduit work, and circuit troubleshooting across commercial and industrial settings. Classroom instruction covers the National Electrical Code, electrical theory, safety standards, and technical documentation.
Upon completion, apprentices are qualified as journeyman electricians, ready to work in a wide variety of construction and maintenance roles throughout the Puget Sound region. The program offers a direct route to a high-demand, skilled trade career.
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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