Electrician Apprenticeships in Florida

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

Programs listed

Starting pay

$10-$19/hr

Need a license first?

Usually no

Last reviewed

Apr 24, 2026

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Electrician apprenticeship programs in Florida

Application status is unknown for these 10 openings. Each card shows the last check on file.

Confirm pay, deadlines, and how to apply on the sponsor site.

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Electrician · Tampa Area Electrical JATC

IBEW Local 824 · Tampa, Florida

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

5-year programIn person

The Tampa Area Electrical JATC runs the primary apprenticeship program associated with Tampa-area IBEW locals, focusing on electrical trades.

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Electrician · Tampa Area Electrical JATC

IBEW Local 108 · Tampa, Florida

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

5-year programIn person

The Inside Wireman Apprenticeship is a 5-year program combining on-the-job training and classroom instruction, focusing on various electrical systems and safety compliance.

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Electrician · Electrical Training Alliance of Jacksonville (ETAJAX)

IBEW Local 177 · Jacksonville, Florida

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

Starting pay

$19/hr

Top-out pay

$37/hr

4-year programIn person

The Electrical Apprenticeship program focuses on Inside Wireman training through ETAJAX, providing on-the-job and classroom training.

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Electrician · Gulf Coast Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC)

IBEW Local 676 · Pensacola, Florida

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

Starting pay

$10/hr

5-year programIn person

The Electrical Apprenticeship program requires 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with year-round paid work under electrical contractors, plus in-class training.

Program website

Electrician · IBEW Local 349 Apprenticeship

IBEW Local 349 · Ft. Myers, Florida

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

5-year programIn person

The Inside Wireman Apprenticeship is the primary program offered by IBEW Local 349, providing comprehensive training over five years.

Program website

Electrician · IBEW Local 728 Apprenticeship

IBEW Local 728 · West Palm Beach, Florida

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

5-year programIn person

Program website

Electrician · Central Florida Electrical JATC

IBEW Local 606 · Orlando, Florida

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

Top-out pay

$37/hr

5-year programIn person

The Central Florida Electrical JATC offers a 5-year Inside Wireman Apprenticeship with an earn-while-you-learn structure, combining OJT with classroom instruction.

Program website

Electrician · IBEW Local 2088 Apprenticeship

IBEW Local 2088 · Merritt Island, Florida

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

5-year programIn person

Program website

Electrician · IBEW Local 756 Apprenticeship

IBEW Local 756 · Port Orange, Florida

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

Starting pay

$14/hr

5-year programIn person

The IBEW Local 756 Apprenticeship partners with the Daytona Beach Electrical JATC for its Electrician Apprenticeship program, focusing on training union electricians in the Daytona Beach area.

Program website

Electrician · Tampa Area Electrical JATC

IBEW Local 915 · St. Petersburg, Florida

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

5-year programHybrid

The Tampa Area Electrical JATC is a partnership between IBEW Local 915 and NECA contractors, focused on training inside wiremen/electricians.

Program website

Do you qualify for most Florida electrician apprenticeships?

Usually yes. Most Florida electrician programs look for age 18, valid ID, and reliable transportation to jobsites or training.

Be at least 18 years old.
Have a valid government-issued ID.
Plan for reliable transportation to job sites and training.
Expect potential drug screening and background checks.

Sources:Current Florida electrician openings MyFloridaLicense.com - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board

What electrician apprentices make in Florida

Current Florida electrician openings on tradeschool.fyi show starting pay around $10-$19/hr and completion pay around $37-$37/hr.

Pay varies by location, employer, and program, so check the listings below for current offers.

Look at both starting and completion pay to see the full path.

Programs listed: 10
Accepting now: 0
Starting pay: $10-$19/hr
Completion pay: $37-$37/hr

Sources:Current Florida electrician openings

Do you need a license before you apply?

Usually not. You start by applying to a program or employer first and deal with contractor licensing later in your career.

Florida licenses electrical contractors at the state level through certified licenses that work statewide. Aspiring apprentices do not need a contractor license to apply to programs; they work under a licensed contractor.

The state board issues certified licenses after experience and exam. Registered licenses limit you to specific local areas where you prove competency.

Focus now on active openings from programs or employers. Contractor licensing is a later step after you log experience under supervision.

Sources:MyFloridaLicense.com - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board MyFloridaLicense.com - Certified Electrical Contractor Initial Checklist

How to apply

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

Research available electrician apprenticeship openings in Florida using resources like TradeSchool.fyi, which currently lists 10 active openings. Consider applying to local IBEW unions such as Local 177 in Jacksonville or Local 349 in Ft. Myers.
Gather necessary documents including your ID, work history, and proof of age before starting your application. These will be essential for the application process.
Visit MyFloridaLicense.com to understand the requirements and checklist for becoming a certified electrical contractor in Florida. This will guide you through the necessary steps and documentation.
Once accepted into an apprenticeship, diligently log your on-the-job training hours and classroom time, aiming for the 8000 OJT hours typically required over four years.
Stay informed about Florida's licensing requirements via the Florida DBPR Electrical Contractors Board Page to ensure compliance and smooth progression from apprentice to journeyman and eventually master electrician status.

Sources:Current Florida electrician openings MyFloridaLicense.com - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board

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?

Use the program website links above for the sponsor’s current instructions. Save or compare programs while you check your options.

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Common questions

Do I need a Florida electrical contractor license to start an apprenticeship?

No, you don't need a license to start. Apprentices work under a licensed contractor. Licensing is required later for independent work.

What does Florida require for the electrical contractor exam?

You need relevant experience, such as supervisory roles in electrical work. Then, pass the state exam and demonstrate insurance and financial stability.

Who oversees electrical contractor licensing in Florida?

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Electrical Contractors’ Licensing Board manages statewide certified licenses and local registered licenses.

How do certified and registered electrical licenses differ in Florida?

Certified licenses allow statewide work after passing the state exam. Registered licenses restrict you to the local area where you proved competency.

Where do I check Florida contractor license details?

Visit the DBPR Electrical Contractors’ Licensing Board site for requirements and applications for both certified and registered licenses.

Official Florida sources

Use these state and licensing sources to verify rules, deadlines, and longer-term credential requirements.

Reviewed against official sources

This guide combines current Florida electrician openings on tradeschool.fyi with official state or municipal sources.

Reviewer: tradeschool.fyi editorial team

Openings and pay snapshots are generated from current Florida 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 Florida electrician openings?

Start with the current openings, then verify the final details on the sponsor's site before you apply.

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Use sponsor and state sites for the final word on deadlines, eligibility, and licensing rules.