IBEW Local 300 — South Burlington, VT: Application Dates & Pay
Everything you need to get into IBEW Local 300: whether applications are open right now, what the apprenticeship pays, how the process works, and a free alert the moment the next window opens.
Application status
ClosedApplications are closed right now — next annual window expected June 15 - August 1, 2027 per the recurring schedule stated on the official site.
Applications are handled by Vermont Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (IBEW Local 300).
Official application page ↗Status last verified August 6, 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 300 pay scale
The journeyman inside wireman rate is $31.90/hr (2025 contract data), and the total package — wage plus health, pension, and annuity contributions — is about $42.85/hr. Apprentices earn a percentage of the journeyman rate that steps up as they progress.
| Apprentice step | % of journeyman | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | 45% | $14.36 |
| Period 2 | 50% | $15.95 |
| Period 3 | 55% | $17.55 |
| Period 4 | 65% | $20.73 |
| Period 5 | 75% | $23.93 |
| Period 6 | 85% | $27.11 |
| Journeyman | 100% | $31.90 |
Local 300 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
Official site states 'We accept applications for the apprenticeship program from June 15th-August 1st each year' — the 2026 window closed August 1, 2026 (verified 2026-08-06, five days after close). 2026 dates are the recurring window applied to this year; the site did not post a separate 2026-specific notice. Employment applications accepted year-round. Program: 8,000 OJT hrs + 720 classroom hrs, then eligible to test for VT electrical license. Contact: (802) 864-5864 ext. 6, info@ibewlocal300.org or Lab@ibewlocal300.org.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does IBEW Local 300 in South Burlington accept apprenticeship applications?
As of August 6, 2026: Applications are closed right now — next annual window expected June 15 - August 1, 2027 per the recurring schedule stated on the official site. 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 300 pay?
The journeyman inside wireman rate for IBEW Local 300 is $31.90/hr (2025 contract data), with a total wage-plus-benefits package around $42.85/hr. Apprentices earn a percentage of that rate, typically starting near 45% and stepping up each period.
How do I apply to IBEW Local 300?
Applications go through Vermont Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (IBEW Local 300). 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 300 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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