NECA-IBEW 193 JATC · Since 1901

Build an electrical career that powers your future.

Paid, union apprenticeships with full benefits from day one. Train alongside journeyman IBEW electricians through the Springfield JATC — no student debt, regular raises, and a career you can own for life.

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4
Year Apprenticeship
8,000
OJT Hours
720
Classroom Hours
800K
IBEW Brothers & Sisters
Two Apprenticeship Paths

Choose your trade. Earn your future.

The NECA-IBEW 193 JATC partners with IBEW signatory contractors to train the next generation of electrical professionals. Pick the track that fits your goals.

4-Year Program Commercial breaker panel installation

Inside Commercial Wireman

Commercial & Industrial Electrician

Train to install, maintain, and troubleshoot complete electrical systems — power distribution, lighting, controls, motors, PLCs, and automation. Start at ~45% of journeyman scale with annual raises across six periods.

  • 8,000 hours supervised on-the-job training
  • 720 hours NJATC-approved classroom instruction
  • National Electrical Code & blueprint reading
  • Graduate as an IBEW Journeyman Electrician
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3-Year Program Low-voltage data racking installation

Telecommunications

Low-Voltage Electrician

Specialize in the low-voltage systems that power modern business: structured cabling, fiber optics, security, audio/video, and building automation. Fast-track into a fast-growing trade.

  • 6,000 hours supervised on-the-job training
  • 480 hours classroom instruction
  • Fiber, CATV, alarm, and data network systems
  • Graduate as an IBEW Journey-Level Technician
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NECA-IBEW 193 JATC apprentices reviewing plans on a commercial jobsite
The JATC Difference

A proven path to a career that lasts.

Since 1901 the NECA-IBEW 193 JATC has partnered with Central Illinois' top electrical contractors to produce elite tradespeople. Our programs meet the most rigorous national standards, and our graduates leave ready to work anywhere in North America.

U.S. DOL Electrical Training Alliance Certified. Illinois State Accredited. IBEW-NECA Nationally Registered.

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Why IBEW 193

Benefits that start day one.

Earn While You Learn

Paid on-the-job training from your first day. No tuition, no debt, real wages.

Regular Raises

Pay increases at each period as you progress toward journeyman scale.

Full Health & Pension

Health insurance, pension, and annuity through the IBEW/NECA trust.

No Student Debt

JATC sponsors all classroom instruction and training materials.

Brotherhood

Join 800,000+ IBEW members across the U.S. and Canada with travel rights.

Job Security

Work exclusively for IBEW signatory contractors with fair, safe conditions.

Advancement

Advance to Foreman, GF, or specialize in fiber, fire alarm, or renewables.

Lifetime Career

Your IBEW Journeyman card is recognized and respected nationwide.

Quick Access

Already an apprentice?

Log hours, pay dues, and get the tools you need to advance.

Log Hours

TradeSchool

Track your on-the-job training hours toward journeyman status.

 Member Dues

ProTech

Pay union dues online and manage your IBEW Local 193 account.

 Training Center

Tools & Books

Purchase required supplies and textbooks through the JATC portal.

Ready to power up your career?

Applications accepted year-round. Call (217) 544-3479 Ext. 229 to learn more.

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