APPRENTICESHIP

Construction Electricians lay out, assemble, install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in buildings and other structures.

Experienced workers who have not completed an Ontario apprenticeship but have equivalent qualifications or experience in their trade can use the Trade Equivalency Assessment Process

Academic entry grade
Grade 10
On-the-job training
7,950 hours (approximately 5 years)
Technical training
1,050 hours (7 months across 4 levels)
Required skills
Attention to detail, Innovation, Problem solving, Work independently

WORKFORCE PROFILE

Highest Job Postings by Region

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2025

Job Postings by Area in Ontario

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2025

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Age Group

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2025

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Gender

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2025

Certificates of Qualification Issued

1,951
Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2025

INCOME PROFILE

Annual Salary Range

$69,000 - $98,000
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2025

Hourly Salary Range

$35 - $50
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2025