What is a registered apprenticeship program?
A registered apprenticeship program is a proven model of apprenticeship that has been validated by the Department of Labor or State Apprenticeship Agency. Registered apprentices are a combination of on-the-job training and classroom instruction in which workers are paid to learn. Through this program, electrical apprentices follow the earn while you learn model where they learn from experienced tradespeople as they make a livable wage, while they work their way toward becoming journeymen electrical workers.
How long does an Inside Wireman apprenticeship take?
An Inside Wireman apprenticeship can be completed in five years. Each year, apprentices need to complete at least 180 classroom hours, so after five years, they will have the 900 hours needed to graduate. Over the course of the five-year apprenticeship, Inside Wireman apprentices must also complete at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training.
What do apprentices earn?
How do I apply?
Apprenticeship applications can be filled out online by going to this website: applications.fresnojatc.org. After we receive your official sealed transcripts and a copy of your photo ID, we will process your application.
If you prefer to fill out an application in-person, you must call the office at (559) 251-5174, ext.1 and schedule an appointment to fill out an application.
Go to our How to Apply page to see the qualifications applicants must meet in order to be considered for a spot in our apprenticeship program.
What are the pay raises for completing different apprenticeship levels?
| Period | % of Journey Rate | Minimum OJT Hours | Related Traning Completed |
| 1 | 45 | 0-1,000 | Satisfactory Progress |
| 2 | 50 | 1,000-2,000 | 1st Year School |
| 3 | 55 | 2,000-2,750 | 1st Semester 2nd Year |
| 4 | 60 | 2,750-3,500 | 2nd Year School |
| 5 | 65 | 3,500-4,250 | 1st Semester 3rd Year |
| 6 | 70 | 4,250-5,000 | 3rd Year School |
| 7 | 75 | 5,000-5,750 | 1st Semester 4th Year |
| 8 | 80 | 5,750-6,500 | 4th Year School |
| 9 | 85 | 6,500-7,250 | 1st Semester 5th Year |
| 10 | 90 | 7,250-8,000 | 5th Year School |
How are students graded?
Students are assessed in five categories and must achieve a satisfactory rating in each one in order to continue in the program without a penalty. Apprentices will be assessed in homework, personal attitude, classroom attitude, lab performance and test scores.