What do I have to do to become a Certified Electrician in Pennsylvania?

Question

I would like to become a Certified electrician. What should I do? Also: how do I become an insured electrician?

Answer 1

I am an electrician, and general co tractor.

Each state's Registrar of Contractors sets the guidelines for licensing of contractors.

The I.B.E.W., (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers)
is the Union to contact for training to become an electrical contractor, which is what you're asking .

Of all the construction trades, the electrician's training is by far the most demanding and intensive, both in terms of time and required experience.

Aptitude in math, ability to perform physical labor in confined spaces, working at high elevations, in below ground level trenches, and good hand / eye coordination are all important in working as an electrician.

Depending on the type of work you choose as a working electrician, it isn't unusual to in a single day to utilize a backhoe, trencher, hydraulic pipe 'smart bender', hydraulic or power lifts, and every power hand tool you can come up with.

Your local I.B.E.W. office can be found in your phone book, and will be happy to supply you with information on how to apply for an apprenticeship program.

The trades are a fulfilling and well paying way to make a living for those who like independence, are self motivated, and enjoy hands on work in an ever changing environment, I wish you the best in your endeavors.

Answer 2

I went through a school called wyotech. Im actually about to graduate and am currently looking for a job in the field. As soon as you enroll you can apply for an ET card through your state and after a couple weeks they will send your apprenticeship card. You cannot get the apprenticeship card without being in school (electrician school) or having a job in the field. Kind of a catch-22 since you can't get a job in the field without the card. Anyway, you get the card and get a job, work for 4-5 years then you can take your journeyman test. As a journeyman you are qualified to do electrical work on your own and if you wish you can get your masters certification.

Answer 3

Follow the link below and you'll find all the info you need about becoming an electrician in PA.
Good luck.