Training

Careers in the Electrical Industry start with thorough training—from the basics in the classroom to hands-on work in labs and the field.

Apprentices complete 4,800 hours of on-the-job training and 480 hours of classroom work over a three- to five-year period. Training covers mathematics, physics—including the behavior of electricity, safety, and communications skills.

They demonstrate responsibility early in their careers—with strict attendance requirements and examinations to evaluate progress. Over the course of their training, apprentices are paired with mentors who will help them with hands-on training at actual job sites!

Electricians and linemen learn to work both on their own and with teams of professionals to successfully complete complex projects. 

Four specialty areas: