Sioux City JATC

Sergeant bluff, IA

The Sioux City Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (JATC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing a highly skilled electrical workforce in northwest Iowa and the surrounding region. Through a partnership between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 231 and the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), the JATC provides industry-leading education and training for electrical apprentices and journeymen. 

Job Specifications

Location

Sergeant bluff, Iowa

Workplace

On-site

Salary

$18.31 + Benefits, Yearly raise tied to schooling

Published

2 months ago

Type

Full Time

Career Level

Entry Level

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Apprentice Electrician

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Apprentice Electrician

An Inside Apprentice Wireman at IBEW Local 231 is a trainee electrician working under experienced journeymen to learn the trade through a structured apprenticeship. They assist with installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The role combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction, focusing on safety, electrical theory, and code compliance, with the goal of becoming a licensed journeyman wireman.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in installing electrical wiring, conduit, panels, and equipment
  • Measure, cut, bend, and run conduit (EMT, rigid, etc.)
  • Pull wire and cable through raceways
  • Help install lighting, outlets, switches, and control systems
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings
  • Use and maintain electrical tools and testing equipment
  • Follow the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local regulations
  • Maintain a clean and safe job site
  • Adhere strictly to OSHA and jobsite safety standards
  • Support troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems

Training & Education

  • Participate in a formal apprenticeship program (typically 4 years)
  • Attend classroom instruction covering electrical theory, code, safety, and math
  • Complete required on-the-job training hours
  • Progress through wage increases as skills and hours accumulate 

Requirements

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Basic math and mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work in physically demanding environments (lifting, climbing, standing)
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
  • Valid driver’s license

Additional Information

Anticipated Start Date

2026-05-01

Trade Organization

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers