Apprenticeship Guide
February 13, 2026

IBEW Local 520 Apprenticeship Guide

Everything you need to know about joining IBEW Local 520 in Austin, TX

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Journeyman Wage

$36.5/hr

+$47.04/hr benefits

Annual Openings

50

Acceptance Rate

0.25%

Apprenticeship Program

Program Contact

Requirements

What you need to apply

Minimum Age

18 years old

Education

High school diploma or GED

Math Requirement

Successful completion of one year of high school algebra

Driver's License Required
Drug Test Required
Physical Exam Required

Wage Progression

Apprentice to journeyman wage scale

Year 1$20.08/hr
0.55%
Year 2$21.9/hr
0.6%
Year 3$23.73/hr
0.65%
Year 4$25.55/hr
0.7%
Year 5$27.38/hr
0.75%
Journeyman$36.5/hr

Leadership

Business Manager

John Doe

Training Director

Jane Smith

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