All references to committees are associated with the IEC Fort Worth/Tarrant County Chapter only.
What is an electrician?
An electrician is a skilled trades person who combines electrical theory with the knowledge of the operating characteristics of electrical equipment and devices. Along with this knowledge and the necessary job skills, this individual safely and correctly wires commercial, industrial, residential and other types of building facilities.
Why become an electrician?
Electricians earn high hourly wages and experienced men and women are always in demand. Many who complete apprenticeship move up the career ladder as estimators, supervisors and superintendents. You might even own your own company someday.
What is the apprenticeship program for electricians?
The apprenticeship program is a combination of classroom and on the job training over a four year period of time. The program is designed to provide the apprentice with the necessary theory and practical training to earn the status of electrician. For completion, no less than 576 hours of classroom instruction and 8,000 on the job training hours are required. Apprentices who satisfactorily complete the requirements will be certified by the Apprenticeship & Training Committee. This committee sponsors, supervises and regulates the program. At the end of training, the apprentice receives a Completion Certificate as an electrician from the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.
What are the job opportunities?
During the training period, the apprentice will be employed by electrical contractor members of the association. After the training period and when the apprentice has achieved electrician status, job opportunities will exist locally and nationally. The demand for an electricians services will be in direct proportion to attitude and eagerness to produce quality, useful work.
What pay can an apprentice expect?
The minimum pay an apprentice can expect is 50% of the hourly rate of pay for electricians. This rate is determined by the Apprenticeship & Training Committee. At this time the starting wage is $12.50 per hour. The apprentice receives 5% hourly pay increases every 1000 hours worked throughout the training period. When the apprentice has successfully completed the apprenticeship and training program, including qualifying tests, that person will be eligible for Electrician wages.
Is there a cost to the apprentice?
Yes, while in the program, each apprentice will have a predetermined amount deducted from their paycheck each pay period. This amount represents their contribution to the cost of the program as determined by the Apprenticeship & Training Committee. IEC Contractor Members, who employ apprentices, will also be paying a predetermined amount as their contribution to the cost of the program.
Who can apply to the program?
Any person meeting the minimum requirements can apply by contacting IEC Fort Worth/Tarrant County Chapter at 817-496-8422.
What are the minimum requirements for applicants?
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid Photo Identification Card or Driver's License.
Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States. (birth certificate or social security card)
Applicants must provide proof of four years of high school or successfully passed General Education Diploma (GED) equivalent.
Applicants must be able to obtain a State of Texas Electrical Apprentice License. (www.tdlr.texas.gov)
Applicants must have transportation to work and school.
Applicant must be able to pass a drug test.
Male applicants must be registered with Selective Services or have proof of exemption.
Applicants shall be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the apprenticeship program without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others.
Additional Documentations (if applicable)
DD214 (if veteran)
High School Transcript (if any)
Letters of Recommendation from previous or present employers (if any)
Evidence of previous experience in the electrical field (if any)
Can I earn college credit for attending the IEC apprenticeship program?
