IBEW Local 257 Pay Scale 2026 — Jefferson City, MO Wages & Application Dates
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IBEW Local 257 in Jefferson City, MO pays journeyman inside wiremen $42.50/hr on the check. Below: the full apprentice-to-journeyman scale period by period, whether applications are open right now, how the process works, and a free alert the moment the next window opens.
Application status
Always acceptingApplications are accepted on a recurring schedule — applications accepted in person the first working Monday of every month, 8:30-11:30 AM and 1:30-4:00 PM, at 216 Flora Drive, Jefferson City, MO.
Applications accepted in person the first working Monday of every month, 8:30-11:30 AM and 1:30-4:00 PM, at 216 Flora Drive, Jefferson City, MO
Applications are handled by IBEW Local 257 / St. Louis Chapter NECA Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (Jefferson City Electrical JATC).
Official application page ↗Status last verified September 21, 2026. Source: official JATC/local site. Windows can change on short notice — always confirm details with the JATC before making plans.
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IBEW Local 257 pay scale 2026
Local 257 wages are set by the local's collective bargaining agreement, not negotiated individually — everyone in a classification earns the same scale. The journeyman inside wireman rate is $42.50/hr (2026 contract data), and the total package — wage plus health, pension, and annuity contributions — is about $67.76/hr. Apprentices earn a percentage of the journeyman rate that steps up as they progress.
| Apprentice step | % of journeyman | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | 45% | $19.13 |
| Period 2 | 50% | $21.25 |
| Period 3 | 55% | $23.38 |
| Period 4 | 65% | $27.63 |
| Period 5 | 75% | $31.88 |
| Period 6 | 85% | $36.13 |
| Journeyman | 100% | $42.50 |
Local 257 doesn't publish its apprentice percentage steps — the table shows typical IBEW steps applied to the local's journeyman rate. Rates move with each collective bargaining agreement; confirm current figures with the local before relying on them.
What to know before you apply
Must be at least 18 years old, high school graduate or GED, completed one year of high school algebra (or post-HS algebra course) with a passing grade, and live within one of the sixteen counties the local represents. Non-refundable application fee required unless waived. Applicants must submit supporting documents (birth certificate, transcripts, GED proof, college transcripts, military records) within 30 days of application. Aptitude testing given on an as-needed basis after minimum requirements are met.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does IBEW Local 257 in Jefferson City accept apprenticeship applications?
As of September 21, 2026: Applications are accepted on a recurring schedule — applications accepted in person the first working Monday of every month, 8:30-11:30 AM and 1:30-4:00 PM, at 216 Flora Drive, Jefferson City, MO. Application schedules are set by the JATC and can change on short notice — always confirm on the JATC's own site before making plans.
How much does IBEW Local 257 pay?
The journeyman inside wireman rate for IBEW Local 257 is $42.50/hr (2026 contract data), with a total wage-plus-benefits package around $67.76/hr. Apprentices earn a percentage of the base rate, typically starting near 45% and stepping up each period.
How much do IBEW Local 257 apprentices make?
A first-period IBEW Local 257 apprentice earns about $19.13/hr — 45% of the $42.50/hr journeyman scale — and steps up each period to $36.13/hr in the final period before turning out at full scale. Local 257 doesn't publish its own percentage steps, so these use typical IBEW steps applied to the local's journeyman rate.
How do I apply to IBEW Local 257?
Applications go through IBEW Local 257 / St. Louis Chapter NECA Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (Jefferson City Electrical JATC). The usual process: submit the application with your HS diploma or GED, transcripts showing algebra, and ID; take the aptitude test; then complete a scored interview that sets your rank on the eligibility list.
What test does IBEW Local 257 use?
Most IBEW inside-wireman programs use the Electrical Training Alliance aptitude test (algebra & functions plus reading comprehension); a growing number use the broader GAN battery. Either way, your test score plus interview decide your ranking — prep before the window opens.
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