The Electrical Apprenticeship program enables employers to develop and apply industry standards to training programs for registered apprentices that can increase productivity and improve the quality of the workforce. Apprentices who complete the program are accepted by the industry as journey workers. By providing on-the-job training, related classroom instruction, and guaranteed wage structures, employers who sponsor apprentices provide incentives to attract and retain more highly qualified employees and improve productivity. Certifications earned through registered apprenticeship programs are recognized nationwide.

The job of an electrician is to plan layouts, install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment. Electricians modify installations to minimize waster materials, provide access for future maintenance and avoid unsightly hazardous and unreliable wiring consistent with specifications and local electrical code. They will prepare sketches showing location of wiring and equipment or follow diagrams or blueprints ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before the completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring. They will also learn to measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit.

 

Potential candidates must apply for registered apprentice positions. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and have either a standard high school diploma or GED®.

 

The Florida Department of Education, Division of Career and Adult Education, Apprenticeship Section is authorized to implement and oversee apprenticeship programs for state and local purposes. Apprenticeship Training Representatives serve approximately 200 active programs throughout the state.

George Stone Technical College’s Electrical Apprenticeship program is registered with the Florida Department of Education as the Pensacola Electrical Apprenticeship College GNJ, program number FL007730001.

 

The Electrical Apprenticeship program consists of four years of on-the-job training and related classroom study. Apprentices are expected to complete at least 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and 144 hours of related classroom study per year. The apprentice works for a participating contractor during the day and attends school one night a week for four (4) hours.

 

Wages of the apprentice will vary from time to time depending on out-of-town work or on a Davis Bacon job compared to local work. For area work, the pay schedule is based on a minimum pay scale, approved by the Florida Department of Labor, and is currently based on the average entry-level journeyman wage of $23/hour.

 

Credit may be allowed for verified past field experience. Transfers from other approved apprenticeship programs must provide official records to receive credit.

 

To request an application package, for additional information, or to schedule an appointment to discuss the program, contact the Apprenticeship Coordinator at (850) 941-6200, extension 201219 on Tuesdays or Wednesdays from 8:00AM to 5:00PM.