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Apprenticeship Program

Residential Electrician

Apprenticeship for electricians who wire homes, condominiums, and apartment buildings — from new construction to service work and troubleshooting.

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What you’ll do

Residential Electricians install and maintain electrical systems in single-family homes, multi-family housing, and condominiums. Day-to-day work includes:

  • Rough-in wiring for new construction
  • Installing power networks, lighting fixtures, and appliances
  • Service upgrades and panel replacements
  • Troubleshooting and repair on existing systems

Apprenticeship details

  • Length: Three years
  • Starting wage: 40% of journeyman residential scale, with raises every 1,000 hours
  • Classroom: Evening classes at the Training Center, paid for by the program
  • Benefits: Full IBEW health, pension, and annuity package

Education entry requirements

  • High-school diploma, GED, or post-secondary degree from an accredited institution
  • One full academic year of high-school algebra (passing grade)
  • Must be 18 years of age and a US citizen at the time of application
  • Reside within IBEW Local #1 jurisdiction

Don’t have algebra on your transcript? You can satisfy the math requirement through the National Training Institute’s Online Tech Math course.

Why residential

Residential is an ideal fit for those who want variety — every house is different — and who value the visible, immediate impact of their work in their community.