Earn While You Learn
Looking for a career that pays well, offers great benefits, and gives you the chance to work with your hands and your mind? The West Michigan Electrical JATC is your pathway to becoming a licensed journeyman electrician.
Unlike college, where you pay tuition and graduate with debt, our program lets you earn while you learn. You’ll receive paid on-the-job training with experienced electricians, while also taking classroom instruction through our Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC).
What You’ll Get:
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Good wages from day one
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No tuition debt
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Hands-on training on real projects across West Michigan
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Education in codes, safety standards, and electrical technologies
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Health insurance and employer-paid retirement while you train
The Career Ahead
Upon completion, you’ll be recognized as a journeyman electrician — a credential that opens doors to high-paying, in-demand work nationwide. From there, advancement opportunities are endless: foreman, project manager, contractor, and more.
The WMEJATC is more than a training program — it’s an investment in your future.