Electrician at Ventura Co. Electrical JATC
at Ventura Co. Electrical JATC in Oxnard, CA
About This Program
The Ventura Co. Electrical JATC sponsors this union electrician apprenticeship in Oxnard, CA. Jointly administered by union and contractor partners, this JATC program provides apprentices with structured, high-quality training while earning union wages and benefits throughout the five-year program. No prior experience is required to apply.
Over the course of the apprenticeship, participants complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. On the job, apprentices assist and work alongside journeyman electricians on commercial, industrial, and residential projects throughout Ventura County. Classroom instruction includes the National Electrical Code, electrical theory, blueprint reading, load calculations, and safety protocols.
At the end of the program, apprentices achieve journeyman electrician status — a credential that opens doors to a wide range of employment opportunities. Ventura County's ongoing construction activity and proximity to the greater Los Angeles market make this program a practical gateway to a skilled, in-demand trade 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.
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 California
Electricians in California are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by California Department of Industrial Relations, Electrician Certification Unit.
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