Electrician at Roseburg Industrial Electrical JATC
at Roseburg Industrial Electrical JATC in Roseburg, OR
About This Program
Roseburg Industrial Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Roseburg, Oregon. With an industrial focus, this IBEW-affiliated JATC program is tailored for individuals interested in electrical work within manufacturing and industrial environments in the Douglas County region. Apprentices are paid throughout the program, earning competitive wages that increase as they advance in their training.
The five-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work in industrial facilities alongside experienced journeymen, developing practical skills in electrical system installation, equipment maintenance, and fault diagnosis. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, industrial motor controls, and safety standards relevant to manufacturing and production environments.
Completing this apprenticeship earns graduates journeyman electrician credentials suited for industrial career paths. Roseburg's timber, manufacturing, and processing industries provide a stable employment base for skilled industrial electricians, and union affiliation through the IBEW supports long-term career development and access to benefits.
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.
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 Oregon
Electricians in Oregon are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Oregon Building Codes Division.
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