Electrician Apprenticeships in Arkansas

3 electrician apprenticeship programs are listed in Arkansas. None currently have applications confirmed open on file. Check each sponsor for current availability.

Programs listed

Completion pay

$23/hr

Need a license first?

No, but register first

Last reviewed

Apr 24, 2026

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Electrician apprenticeship programs in Arkansas

Application status is unknown for these 3 openings. Each card shows the last check on file.

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Electrician · El Dorado Electrical JATC

IBEW Local 436 · El Dorado, Arkansas

Application status unknown·Checked 30+ days ago · Jul 14, 2026

5-year programIn person

El Dorado Electrical JATC offers inside electrical wireman apprenticeship in partnership with IBEW Local 436 and Arkansas NECA chapter.

Program website

Electrician · IBEW Local 295 Apprenticeship

IBEW Local 295 · Little Rock, Arkansas

Application status unknown·Checked 30+ days ago · Jul 14, 2026

Top-out pay

$23/hr

5-year programIn person

IBEW Local 295 offers apprenticeship training in partnership with the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).

Program website

Electrician · IBEW Local 700 Apprenticeship

IBEW Local 700 · Ft. Smith, Arkansas

Application status unknown·Checked 30+ days ago · Jul 14, 2026

5-year programIn person

Program website

Do you qualify for most Arkansas electrician apprenticeships?

Usually yes. Most Arkansas electrician programs look for valid government-issued ID, reliable transportation to jobsites or classes, and readiness for drug screening or background checks.

Most programs ask for a valid government-issued ID.
You need reliable transportation to job sites and classes.
Expect potential drug screening and background checks.
Have proof of enrollment in a U.S. Department of Labor-approved apprenticeship training course ready for registration.

Sources:Current Arkansas electrician openings Arkansas Department of Labor - Electrical Inspection and Licensing

What electrician apprentices make in Arkansas

Current Arkansas electrician openings on tradeschool.fyi show limited starting-pay data and completion pay around $23/hr.

Pay varies by location, employer, and program, so check listed openings for current offers.

Compare starting pay with completion pay where shown to see the full training path.

Programs listed: 3
Accepting now: 0
Completion pay: $23/hr

Sources:Current Arkansas electrician openings

Do you need a license before you apply?

Usually not for contractors. Apply to a program first, register as an apprentice after enrollment, then pursue journeyman or contractor licensing later.

Arkansas licenses electricians uniformly at the state level through the Department of Labor and Licensing - Board of Electrical Examiners, which also registers apprentices. Aspiring apprentices do not need a journeyman or contractor license to apply to an IBEW local or JATC but must register with the board and provide proof of enrollment in a DOL-approved training course.

Electrical contractor licenses for larger projects are handled separately by the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board. Apprentices work under supervision while logging on-the-job hours and completing classroom instruction toward journeyman eligibility.

Annual renewal of apprentice registration keeps your status active. Focus now on active openings that offer DOL-approved programs, as registration follows enrollment.

Treat contractor licensing as a later-career step after journeyman status, additional experience, bond, insurance, and financial review.

Sources:Arkansas Department of Labor - Electrical Inspection and Licensing Arkansas Department of Labor - Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board

How to apply

Start with an opening below, then confirm the application status on that sponsor's site.

1. Explore active apprenticeship opportunities in Arkansas by checking listings on TradeSchool.fyi, focusing on openings with IBEW Local 436 in El Dorado, IBEW Local 700 in Ft. Smith, and IBEW Local 295 in Little Rock.
2. Prepare essential documents such as your ID, resume, work history, and proof of transportation before applying to ensure a smooth application process.
3. Follow the specific application procedures for each program, which may include tests, interviews, or additional documentation. Once accepted, register as an apprentice with the Arkansas Department of Labor using proof of enrollment from a DOL-approved program.
4. Begin logging your 8000 on-the-job training hours and classroom time from day one, ensuring you meet the requirements for annual registration renewal with the Arkansas Department of Labor.

Sources:Current Arkansas electrician openings Arkansas Department of Labor - Electrical Inspection and Licensing

Before you apply: questions to check with the sponsor

Are applications open, and what is the deadline? A program listed here may not be accepting applicants today.
Which documents and tests does this program require? Check the sponsor’s instructions before paying for a test or submitting documents.
What is the starting apprentice wage? Ask about wage increases, classroom costs, tools, and travel. Completion pay is the rate after training.
Where are classes and job sites, and what is the weekly schedule?
If applications are closed, can you join an official notification list or check a published recruitment calendar?

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Common questions

Do I need a license to start an Arkansas electrician apprenticeship?

No. You do not need a journeyman or contractor license before applying. Register as an apprentice after enrollment in a DOL-approved program.

What does Arkansas require for journeyman or contractor licensing later?

Complete an approved apprenticeship program, log on-the-job hours under supervision, then pass exams. Contractors need separate licensing with bond, insurance, and financial review.

Who oversees electrician licensing and apprentice registration in Arkansas?

The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing - Board of Electrical Examiners handles uniform statewide licensing for electricians and apprentice registration.

How does apprentice registration work in Arkansas?

Register within 30 days of employment with the board, providing proof of enrollment in a DOL-approved course and a $10 fee. Your supervising master electrician verifies the process, with annual renewal.

What separates electrical from contractor licensing in Arkansas?

The Board of Electrical Examiners licenses journeyman and master electricians statewide. The Contractors Licensing Board handles electrical contractors separately for projects over certain thresholds.

Official Arkansas sources

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Openings and pay snapshots are generated from current Arkansas electrician openings on tradeschool.fyi.
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