Electrician
Electricians’ primary work involves assembling, installing, maintaining, and testing various electrical equipment and supporting components in different specialty divisions.
At least 18 years old
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Birth Certificate
Valid Driver’s License
Reliable Transportation
Pass an Aptitude Test
Physically Fit to Perform the Work
Pass a Urine Drug Test
Read, Write & Speak in English
If applicable: Military Training Certifications (DD-214)
If applicable: Welding Certifications
Complete application with the correct Local
Submit copies of all requested materials
$20-$50 Application fee
Scheduled for Aptitude Test
Top scores receive an interview
Drug Test & Physical Assessment
Background Check
Construction Electricians, also known as A-Cards, primary work involves assembling, installing, maintaining, and testing various electrical equipment and supporting components. This includes power distribution systems, power generation mechanisms, energy storage solutions, and components related to renewable energy production. Whether engaged in constructing power distribution networks, installing renewable energy components, or maintaining energy inversion equipment, A-Card Electricians are integral to the successful implementation and sustainability of electrical systems.
Cook County: Local 134
Local 134 Training Center
6201 W 115th Street
Alsip, IL 60803
5% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 6 months until Journeylevel.
Kane & McHenry Counties:
Local 117
10% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 1,500 hrs worked until Journeylevel.
Local 117 Training Center
765 Munshaw Lane
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Lake County: Local 150
10% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 1,000 hrs worked until Journeylevel.
Local 150 Training Center
31290 N US Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
Minimum of 1,200 hours of Classroom training per year.
Minimum of 6,800 hours of PAID on-the-job training per year.
DuPage County: Local 701
10% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 1,000 hrs worked until Journeylevel.
Local 701 Training Center
28600 Bella Vista Parkway Suite 1500
Warrenville, IL 60555
Kane & Kendall Counties:
Local 461
10% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 1,500 hrs worked until Journeylevel.
Entry Process Reminder
At least 18 years old
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Birth Certificate
Valid Driver’s License
Reliable Transportation
Pass an Aptitude Test
Physically Fit to Perform the Work
Pass a Urine Drug Test
Read, Write & Speak in English
If applicable: Military Training Certifications (DD-214)
If applicable: Welding Certifications
Complete application with correct Local
Submit copies of all requested materials
$20-$25 Application fee
Scheduled for aptitude test
Top scores will receive an interview
Drug Test & Physical Assessment
Background Check
Telecommunications, commonly known as a C-Card Electrician, specializes in installing and maintaining cabling and electronic systems. Some of those systems include data, voice, and TV cabling, closed-circuit television, security, and networking solutions. C-Card Electricians play a vital role in enhancing the functionality and security of buildings.
Kane & McHenry Counties:
Local 117
10% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 1,000 hrs worked until Journeylevel.
720 hours of Classroom training.
6,400 hours PAID on-the-job training.
Lake County: Local 150
10% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 1,000 hrs worked until Journeylevel.
720 hours of Classroom training.
6,400 hours PAID on-the-job training.
Local 150 Training Center
31290 N US Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
Cook County: Local 134
5% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 6 months until Journeylevel.
Minimum of 1,200 hours of Classroom training per year.
Minimum of 6,000 hours of PAID on-the-job training per year.
DuPage County: Local 701
10% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 1,000 hrs worked until Journeylevel.
720 hours of Classroom training.
6,400 hours of PAID on-the-job training.
Local 701 Training Center
28600 Bella Vista Parkway Suite 1500
Warrenville, IL 60555
Kane & Kendall Counties:
Local 461
10% pay increase based on work hours, typically every 1,500 hrs worked until Journeylevel.
720 hours of Classroom training.
6,400 hours of PAID on-the-job training.
Outdoor Electricians: Local 9
Local 9 Electricians are experts in outdoor electrical projects, such as overhead powerlines, cable television and telephone infrastructure, government-related electrical tasks, tree trimming for line clearance, as well as the construction and distribution of electrical systems in outdoor environments.
Local 9 Training Center
2643 Joseph Ct.
University Park, IL 60484
If you meet the basic entry requirements, contact the Local directly.
