what does it take to be an apprentice?
Step 1 - Get Hired: Apply for a job with Boone Electric. Current openings are available on Indeed. If you'd like to get on the interest list for notification of openings, you can register on our Contact page. (Note: As a mid-size shop, our openings are periodic based on workload and available supervision.) You can read more about the requirements of apprenticeship in our PEAC Program Standards Document. You will need to provide documentation of meeting the prerequisite education requirements. (Pass Algebra with a C or better, graduation from high school/GED. Full details in program standard.)
Step 2 - Get Registered: Once offered employment, register as an Apprentice with the PEAC Training Coordinator and obtain your Apprentice Card from LNI.
Step 3 - Learn, Earn, & Get Ready: Gain on-the-job experience under the supervision of a licensed electrician. You'll need at least 8,000 on-the-job hours during your apprenticeship. (Approximately 4 years of work experience.)
While working, you'll also attend classes two nights/week to learn electrical theory, code, and other necessities to building your career as a professional.
Each month, you'll turn in hours worked to the PEAC Training Coordinator, so the Performance Electrical Apprenticeship Committee can track your training progress.
During your apprenticeship, your performance will be evaluated, and you'll increase your earning power as your skills advance. Your pay is based on a % of journey level starting wages for every 1,000 hours worked. (Approximately six months.)
Step 4 - Test: After successfully completing your training and submitting required documentation to LNI Electrical Licensing, you'll sit for your electrical exam, pass, and become a journey level Electrician licensed in the State of Washington!
Step 2 - Get Registered: Once offered employment, register as an Apprentice with the PEAC Training Coordinator and obtain your Apprentice Card from LNI.
Step 3 - Learn, Earn, & Get Ready: Gain on-the-job experience under the supervision of a licensed electrician. You'll need at least 8,000 on-the-job hours during your apprenticeship. (Approximately 4 years of work experience.)
While working, you'll also attend classes two nights/week to learn electrical theory, code, and other necessities to building your career as a professional.
Each month, you'll turn in hours worked to the PEAC Training Coordinator, so the Performance Electrical Apprenticeship Committee can track your training progress.
During your apprenticeship, your performance will be evaluated, and you'll increase your earning power as your skills advance. Your pay is based on a % of journey level starting wages for every 1,000 hours worked. (Approximately six months.)
Step 4 - Test: After successfully completing your training and submitting required documentation to LNI Electrical Licensing, you'll sit for your electrical exam, pass, and become a journey level Electrician licensed in the State of Washington!
FAQ
When are classes?
Classes are two nights a week (Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs) at one of the PEAC training locations. Currently: Clover Park Technical College (Puyallup) and NewTech Skills Center (Spokane.)
How does tuition work?
PEAC covers tuition for enrolled apprentices. You are responsible for purchasing your own text books. Buying used text books from prior apprentices is a great way to keep costs low.
What curriculum is taught in the classroom?
PEAC uses a nationally recognized curriculum for electrical instruction, the NCCER Electrical program.
Does my classroom training count for my Apprentice/Trainee card renewal?
Yes, so long as you meet attendance requirements.
I'm a Perry grad, do I start with year 1 PEAC classes?
Graduates of Perry Tech's electrical program may start in year 3.
Is employment with Boone Electric the only way to be a PEAC Apprentice?
Maintaining employment with Boone Electric or one of the other company DBAs is required to become an apprentice with our program.
Are there any age or education prerequisites be a PEAC Apprentice?
You must be age 18.
You must be have one of the following:
What makes a good Electrical Apprentice?
You might enjoy being an electrical apprentice if you're:
Labor & Industries hosts a website where you can view the program standards document.
Classes are two nights a week (Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs) at one of the PEAC training locations. Currently: Clover Park Technical College (Puyallup) and NewTech Skills Center (Spokane.)
How does tuition work?
PEAC covers tuition for enrolled apprentices. You are responsible for purchasing your own text books. Buying used text books from prior apprentices is a great way to keep costs low.
What curriculum is taught in the classroom?
PEAC uses a nationally recognized curriculum for electrical instruction, the NCCER Electrical program.
Does my classroom training count for my Apprentice/Trainee card renewal?
Yes, so long as you meet attendance requirements.
I'm a Perry grad, do I start with year 1 PEAC classes?
Graduates of Perry Tech's electrical program may start in year 3.
Is employment with Boone Electric the only way to be a PEAC Apprentice?
Maintaining employment with Boone Electric or one of the other company DBAs is required to become an apprentice with our program.
Are there any age or education prerequisites be a PEAC Apprentice?
You must be age 18.
You must be have one of the following:
- High school diploma
- GED
- High School Equivalency
- Associates degree from a school accredited by a State Education Agency
- 1 full year of high school Algebra with a "C" or better
- Equivalent post high school Algebra with a "C" or better
- Current math placement results from a community college facility indicating placement level beyond high school level algebra
- Provide certificate of completion from an approved online tech math course
What makes a good Electrical Apprentice?
You might enjoy being an electrical apprentice if you're:
- Willing to learn and apply electrical code to diverse situations.
- Able to demonstrate attention to detail in neat, clean electrical work.
- Desire to learn the theory behind electricity and how to apply it to design electrical systems on the job.
- Like a strong team environment and are willing to learn from others.
- Enjoy hands-on, physical work where you can take pride in your tasks and see results.
- Like using power and hand tools on a daily basis.
- Comfortable in hot and cold construction conditions.
Labor & Industries hosts a website where you can view the program standards document.
