Electrician at We Energies - Electrician

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at We Energies - Electrician in Oak Creek, WI

About This Program

We Energies sponsors an electrician apprenticeship in Oak Creek, WI. We Energies is one of the Midwest's largest utility providers, and this employer-sponsored program offers a distinctive opportunity to train as an electrician within a major energy company's operations. Apprentices receive pay from the start of the program.

The five-year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work within We Energies' facilities and field operations, learning electrical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting with a focus on utility and power systems. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, safety standards, and utility-specific practices.

Graduates complete the program as journeyman electricians with utility industry experience gained at one of Wisconsin's most established energy companies, creating strong prospects for long-term careers in the energy and utilities sector.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$30

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

5 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration5 years
Starting wage$15.00/hr
Journeyman wage$29.61/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in Wisconsin

Electricians in Wisconsin are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

View full Wisconsinlicensing requirements →

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