IBEW Local 96 and Worcester Electrical JATC

Worcester, Massachusetts

The IBEW Local 96 highly skilled electrical workforce meets the challenges of today’s ever-changing construction industry. Our apprenticeship and continuing education programs ensure Local 96 electricians are up-to-date with new and evolving technologies and NEC and OSHA safety requirements.  They meet the most demanding electrical construction projects safely, efficiently, and with the quality that meets the highest industry standards. 

Job Specifications

Location

Worcester, MA

Published

16 days ago

Type

Full Time

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IBEW Local 96 and Worcester Electrical JATC

Electrical Apprenticeship

Worcester, MA

Electrical Apprenticeship

The Worcester Joint Apprenticeship And Training Committee oversees the program and is made up of three trustees from the IBEW and three trustees from NECA.

PROGRAMS OFFERED:

INSIDE JOURNEYMAN-WIREMAN

This classification is responsible for the installation of all electrical system wiring and equipment required by commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.

Requirements:  Complete 5 years of schooling, 8,000 hours of on-the-job training, and obtain a Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician license.


VOICE-DATA-VIDEO TECHNICIANS (Currently not offered)

This classification is responsible for the installation of all equipment and wiring associated with communications, computer, security, and video systems.

Requirements:  Complete 3 years of schooling and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training.

Requirements

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Age: Minimum age of eighteen (18) years
  • Health: Physically capable of performing the work
  • Testing: Aptitude test administered by the Electrical Training Alliance
  • Education:
    High school diploma, GED, or HiSet Certificate accepted
    One year of algebra with a passing grade of C
  • Residency requirements: Must reside within the jurisdiction of Local 96 (Central Massachusetts)
  • Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License 
  • Application Period:
    Monday through Friday
    8:30am to 11:30 am and 1:30 pm to 3:45 pm
  • Apply at: IBEW Local 96, 242 Mill Street, Worcester, MA 01602

**APPLICATION ACCEPTANCE PERIOD**

We are currently accepting applications for the 2027/2028 school year between Sunday, March 1, 2026 and Sunday, February 28, 2027.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office. 508-753-8635

Additional Information

Anticipated Start Date

2026-09-05

Trade Organization

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers