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Apprenticeship Guide
February 13, 2026

IBEW Local 46 Apprenticeship Guide

Everything you need to know about joining IBEW Local 46 in Seattle, WA

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TradeSchool Editors

Journeyman Wage

$74.94/hr

+$33.22/hr benefits

Annual Openings

100

400 applicants/year

Acceptance Rate

0.25%

Completion Rate

0.85%

Apprenticeship Program

Program Contact

Requirements

What you need to apply

Minimum Age

18 years old

Education

High school diploma or GED

Math Requirement

One full year of high school Algebra with a grade of 'C' or better, or one quarter of college Algebra with a 'C' or better.

Driver's License Required
Drug Test Required
Physical Exam Required

Additional Requirements

  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to work within King, Kitsap, Jefferson, and Clallam counties

Wage Progression

Apprentice to journeyman wage scale

Year 1$31.47/hr
0.42%
Year 2$35.22/hr
0.47%
Year 3$38.97/hr
0.52%
Year 4$48.71/hr
0.65%
Year 5$56.21/hr
0.75%
Journeyman$74.94/hr

Leadership

Business Manager

John Doe

Training Director

Jane Smith

Local Statistics

Total Members5,000
Current Apprentices300
Signatory Contractors150
Job Placement Rate0.9%

Work Opportunities

Major Projects

  • • Seattle Waterfront Project
  • • Sound Transit Expansion

Top Employers

  • • ABC Electric
  • • XYZ Contractors

Ready to Apply?

Take the first step toward your career as a union Electrician worker.

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