Apprenticeship – Electrician-Inside Wireman – Open Shop | Washington Career Paths

ELECTRICIAN

Inside Wireman

Open Shop

Electricians work in all phases of the electrical construction and service industry including both installation and maintenance. Inside Wiremen install conduits and wiring in small and large commercial installations up to and including high-rise buildings.

SELECT AN APPRENTICESHIP LOCATION

Construction Industry Training Council

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
Physically able
High School diploma/GED
High School algebra or equivalent
Scheig Utility worker aptitude test

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Contact Bellevue Office to apply
Provide copy of DD-214 and proof of education and age
Complete interview
* Veterans can apply through Helmets to Hardhats
* Veterans may qualify for direct entry and immediate placement in ranked pool of eligible applicants

Applicant Pool

Placed in pool of eligible applicants
Ranked based on interview
Offered employment based on rank order

Step 3: Start

Apprenticeship

8,000 hours / 4 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 200 hours of education each year through training facility or local college

Wages

Start at 40% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 1,000 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.

Starting Hourly Base Rate:
1. Minimum Base Rate
Region 1: Western WA     $16.00
Region 2: Eastern WA      $14.00
Region 3: Southern WA   $15.20
Region 4: Central WA $15.60
Map of regions here
2. Plus GI Bill® Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TNG COUNCIL

Northwest Institute of Electrical Technology

Region Covered

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
High School diploma/GED
High School algebra or equivalent
Pass math placement test
May be required to pass drug screening test
May be required to possess valid driver’s license

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Complete math placement test at Training Facility
Submit application to Training Facility during posted openings
Provide copy of DD-214, proof of education and age, math placement results, and any supporting documents including course certificates and letters of recommendation

Applicant Pool

Placed in pool of eligible applicants
Ranked based on application, education, experience, and supporting documents
Offered employment based on rank order

Step 3: Start

Apprenticeship

8,000 hours / 4-5 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 144 hours of education each year through Training Facility

Wages

Start at 40% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 1,000 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program

Starting Hourly Pay:
$16.20 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: AREA I INSIDE ELECTRICAL JATC

Calculate Starting Pay With GI Bill ®

Estimated Wage Calculator

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*Contact union local for updated wage information.

GI Bill Usage Breakdown:
100% - 1-6 months
80% - 6-12 months
60% - 12-18 months
40% - 18-24 months
20% - 24-30 months
*Usage Optional

Eligible veterans in an approved Apprenticeship Program can use their GI Bill® benefit and receive a tax-free stipend on a monthly basis. The Post 9/11 GI Bill® stipend is the equivalent of the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) of an E-5 with dependents (based on the zip code of the training facility) which is paid addition to normal wages. Refer to the chart below to understand how Post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits are paid, or consult the VA website www.benefits.va.gov/gibill (Link) to see how other VA chapters are paid for Apprenticeship Training.