Electrician at Springfield Area Electricians L.U. 7 JATC
at Springfield Area Electricians L.U. 7 JATC in Springfield, MA
About This Program
Springfield Area Electricians L.U. 7 JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Springfield, MA. Affiliated with IBEW Local Union 7, this Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program offers one of the most comprehensive and structured pathways into the electrical trade in western Massachusetts. Apprentices earn wages throughout all five years of training.
The program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction delivered over five years. Apprentices work under journeyman electricians on commercial, industrial, and residential projects, developing skills in electrical installation, wiring systems, conduit, switchgear, and troubleshooting. Technical coursework addresses electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, load calculations, motor controls, and safety standards.
Graduates earn journeyman electrician status upon completing all program requirements. The IBEW union affiliation is a significant benefit — members typically receive negotiated wage increases throughout the apprenticeship, along with access to health insurance, pension plans, and other collectively bargained benefits that support long-term financial stability.
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 Massachusetts
Electricians in Massachusetts are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians.
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