Electrician at The Alaskan Electricians
at The Alaskan Electricians in Anchorage, AK
About This Program
The Alaskan Electricians, located in Anchorage, AK, sponsors this registered electrician apprenticeship for individuals seeking a career in one of Alaska's essential skilled trades. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides paid training throughout all five years, allowing apprentices to support themselves while mastering a technically demanding profession.
The apprenticeship spans 5 years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training along with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Training covers wiring methods, panel installation, conduit bending, motor controls, lighting systems, and the National Electrical Code. Classroom instruction addresses electrical theory, blueprint reading, safety regulations, and Alaska-specific requirements.
Graduates are prepared to work as journey-level electricians. Alaska's demanding environment and ongoing infrastructure needs create strong, consistent demand for qualified electricians, and the comprehensive training provided by this apprenticeship builds a solid foundation for a rewarding long-term 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 Alaska
Electricians in Alaska are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Mechanical Inspection Section.
View full Alaskalicensing requirements →Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!
See something wrong? Help us improve this page.