Electrician at Wyoming Statewide Electrical JATC
at Wyoming Statewide Electrical JATC in Casper, WY
About This Program
The Wyoming Statewide Electrical JATC offers this union electrician apprenticeship based in Casper, WY. Backed by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and participating employers across Wyoming, this Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program provides statewide coverage and a structured path into the electrical trade. Apprentices are paid throughout the entire program.
The apprenticeship spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of hands-on, on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on real job sites learning to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems across residential, commercial, and industrial environments. Technical coursework covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, load calculations, blueprint reading, and workplace safety.
Graduates complete the program as journeyman electricians, a credential that carries weight with employers across Wyoming and the nation. The statewide reach of this JATC program makes it a strong choice for apprentices willing to work in different parts of the state while building toward a long-term career in the electrical trade.
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 Wyoming
Electricians in Wyoming are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety.
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