Why this matches you
What is an Electrician?
An Electrician installs, connects, tests, and repairs wiring, outlets, lights, circuit breakers, and electrical equipment in homes, buildings, and job sites. They read plans, run wire through walls and ceilings, use hand and power tools, and check that systems work safely. Their work keeps power flowing and buildings lit, working, and safer.
Pay & earning potential
Starting wage
Long-term earning potential
The earning potential for Electricians typically ranges from
$53,023
to $102,196 annually.
The median salary, representing the typical worker, is $79,734.
About this job
What you might do day to day
- Create construction or installation diagrams.
- Thread wire or cable through ducts or conduits.
- Repair electrical equipment.
- Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
Helpful traits for this job
- Dependability
- Attention to Detail
- Cautiousness
- Integrity
- Perseverance
How to apply
Apply online at www.ibewlu86.org during the recruitment period. Applications must be received by March 31, 2027, and a $10 testing fee is due at application unless waived for financial need.
Job requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have a high school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma (such as TASC or GED), including one year of algebra with a passing grade.
- Apprentices must furnish their own tools. Estimated total cost of tools is $200 to start and $1,000 by the end of the program.
- Must be physically able to perform the work required as determined by a physical exam and drug test, at the expense of the sponsor, after selection and prior to enrollment in apprenticeship.
- Must be able to climb, and work from ladders and scaffolds of various lengths and heights.
- Must be able to crawl and work in confined spaces, such as attics, manholes, and crawl spaces.
- Must live within the geographic jurisdiction of Local Union #86, including: Genesee County townships of Batavia, Bergen, Bethany, Byron, Le Roy, Elba, Pavilion, and Stafford; Livingston County: all of Livingston County; Monroe County: all of Monroe County; Ontario County townships of Bristol, Canadice, Naples, West Bloomfield, Richmond, South Bristol, East Bloomfield, and Victor; Orleans County townships of Clarendon, Kendall, and Murray; Wayne County townships of Macedon, Marion, Ontario, Palmyra, Sodus, Walworth, and Williamson; Wyoming County townships of Castile, Covington, Gainesville, Genesee Falls, Middlebury, Perry, Pike, and Warsaw.
- Must have reliable means of transportation to and from various job sites and required classes at the approved school.
- Must be willing and able to attend all classes, as required to complete the apprenticeship.
- Must be able to write, read, hear and understand verbal and written instructions and warnings given in English.
- Must take and obtain a score of four or higher, out of a possible nine points, on the NJATC Electrical Aptitude Test.
More information
Contact Rochester Electrical JATC Local Union #86 at (585) 235-5050 for further information. Applications are available online at www.ibewlu86.org.
- Organization
- Rochester Electrical JATC Local Union #86
- Phone
- (585) 235-5050
- Website
- Visit website