Electrician Apprenticeships in Arkansas
There are currently 3 electrician apprenticeship openings on tradeschool.fyi in Arkansas. You do not need a license before applying to an apprenticeship, but you must register as an apprentice with proof of enrollment in a DOL-approved course. Some current openings show completion pay around $22.84/hr.
Openings
3
Starting pay
$23/hr
Need a license first?
No, but register first
Last reviewed
Apr 24, 2026
Open electrician apprenticeship openings in Arkansas
Start here if you want to know who is hiring now. These openings link out to sponsor sites so you can confirm pay, deadlines, and how to apply.
Electrician · El Dorado Electrical JATC
IBEW Local 436 · El Dorado, Arkansas
Electrician · IBEW Local 700 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 700 · Ft. Smith, Arkansas
Electrician · IBEW Local 295 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 295 · Little Rock, Arkansas
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.
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.
- Openings
- 3
- Accepting now
- 3
- Completion pay
- $23/hr
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.
How to apply
Start with an opening that is hiring now, then follow that sponsor's instructions.
- 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.
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
Use these state and licensing sources to verify rules, deadlines, and longer-term credential requirements.
Reviewed against official sources
This guide combines current Arkansas electrician openings on tradeschool.fyi with official state or municipal sources.
Reviewer: tradeschool.fyi editorial team
- Openings and pay snapshots are generated from current Arkansas electrician openings on tradeschool.fyi.
- Licensing and credential details are checked against the official sources listed on this page.
- Use the sponsor or state site for the final word on deadlines, application status, and licensing requirements.
Ready to look at Arkansas electrician openings?
Start with the current openings, then verify the final details on the sponsor's site before you apply.
Use sponsor and state sites for the final word on deadlines, eligibility, and licensing rules.