Electrician at Uppco-Ibew Local 510 JATC
at Uppco-Ibew Local 510 JATC in Marquette, MI
About This Program
UPPCO-IBEW Local 510 JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship program in Marquette, Michigan. This program is a partnership between Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) and IBEW Local 510, operating through a Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee structure to train electricians for the unique demands of the Upper Peninsula's utility, industrial, and construction environments.
The five-year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly in utility and electrical construction settings, developing skills in power systems, wiring, equipment installation, electrical safety, and National Electrical Code compliance. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, blueprint reading, load calculations, and industry-specific safety standards. Apprentices earn wages throughout the program, which increase as they advance through each year of training.
Graduates achieve journeyman electrician status and IBEW Local 510 union membership, providing access to negotiated wages, benefits, and long-term career opportunities in Michigan's Upper Peninsula — a region with distinct infrastructure needs and steady demand for qualified electrical workers.
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.
How to Apply
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 Michigan
Electricians in Michigan are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Construction Codes.
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