Electrician Apprenticeships in Texas
There are currently 15 electrician apprenticeship openings on tradeschool.fyi in Texas. You do not need a contractor license before starting a Texas electrician apprenticeship, but you must get an apprentice license from TDLR first. Current starting pay runs about $11.28–$20.51/hr.
Openings
15
Starting pay
$11-$21/hr
Need a license first?
No, but get apprentice license
Last reviewed
Apr 24, 2026
Open electrician apprenticeship openings in Texas
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 · Houston Electrical JATC
IBEW Local 716 · Houston, Texas
Waco Electricians Area JATC - IBEW Local 72
IBEW Local 72 · Waco, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 60
IBEW Local 60 · San Antonio, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 602 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 602 · Midland, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 301 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 301 · Nash, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 20 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 20 · Grand Prairie, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 220 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 220 · Fort Worth, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 738 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 738 · Longview, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 681 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 681 · Wichita Falls, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 278 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 278 · Corpus Christi, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 479 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 479 · Beaumont, Texas
Electrician · IBEW Local 520 Apprenticeship
IBEW Local 520 · Austin, Texas
Do you qualify for most Texas electrician apprenticeships?
Usually yes. Most Texas electrician programs look for valid ID, transportation, and readiness for background checks.
- Have valid government-issued ID ready for the TDLR apprentice license application.
- Be prepared for potential criminal background checks from TDLR or programs.
- Plan for the $20 application fee to get your TDLR apprentice license.
- Ensure access to transportation and tools for on-the-job training.
What electrician apprentices make in Texas
Current Texas electrician openings on tradeschool.fyi show starting pay around $11-$21/hr and completion pay around $36-$47/hr.
Pay varies by location, contractor, and program, so check listed openings for current offers.
Listings often show starting pay and completion pay—use both to gauge the full path.
- Openings
- 15
- Accepting now
- 15
- Starting pay
- $11-$21/hr
- Completion pay
- $36-$47/hr
Do you need a license before you apply?
Usually not for contractors. Get your apprentice license from TDLR, then apply to programs and work under licensed electricians.
Texas licenses electrical work uniformly at the state level through TDLR. Aspiring apprentices get an apprentice license before starting work under a licensed contractor.
The apprentice license lets you perform electrical work under general supervision of a master electrician, journeyman, or residential wireman. It costs $20 and requires valid ID.
Contractor licensing comes later. You progress from apprentice to journeyman or master, then qualify as a contractor by employing a master electrician with liability insurance.
How to apply
Start with an opening that is hiring now, then follow that sponsor's instructions.
- Apply online for your TDLR electrical apprentice license with ID and $20 fee.
- Check active openings from unions, contractors, or training centers that accept apprentices.
- Submit your resume, TDLR apprentice license, and work history through the program's process.
- Log your supervised on-the-job hours from day one for future journeyman applications.
Common questions
Do I need a Texas contractor license to start an apprenticeship?
No. You need a TDLR apprentice license before working under supervision. Contractor licenses are for later, after journeyman or master steps.
What does Texas require for the electrical contractor license?
Contractors must employ a licensed master electrician and maintain liability insurance. Submit a $110 application to TDLR after gaining experience.
Who oversees electrician licensing in Texas?
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation handles all electrical licenses statewide. They issue apprentice, journeyman, master, and contractor credentials.
How does the TDLR apprentice license work?
Apply online with $20 fee and valid ID for a one-year license. It allows supervised work and must be renewed annually.
Can I start electrical work in Texas without any license?
No. Texas requires an apprentice license from TDLR before any paid electrical work under supervision. Get it first, then seek openings.
Official Texas sources
Use these state and licensing sources to verify rules, deadlines, and longer-term credential requirements.
Reviewed against official sources
This guide combines current Texas electrician openings on tradeschool.fyi with official state or municipal sources.
Reviewer: tradeschool.fyi editorial team
- Openings and pay snapshots are generated from current Texas 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 Texas 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.