Electrician at The Town Electrician
at The Town Electrician in Scottdale, AZ
About This Program
The Town Electrician sponsors a registered electrician apprenticeship program in Scottdale, Arizona. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides individuals with an opportunity to enter the electrical trade through structured, hands-on training in a real work environment. Apprentices earn wages throughout the program, supporting their financial stability while they develop professional skills.
The program spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices receive training in electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, residential and commercial wiring, conduit installation, troubleshooting, and job-site safety. The combination of field experience and classroom study builds the foundational knowledge needed for a career in the electrical trade.
Apprenticeship completers achieve journeyman electrician status, a credential that demonstrates full competency in the electrical trade. Graduates are equipped to pursue skilled electrical work in the greater Scottsdale and Phoenix metro area, with the qualifications to take on complex electrical projects and build a lasting 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.
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