IBEW Local 661 — Hutchinson, KS: Application Dates & Pay
Everything you need to get into IBEW Local 661: 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
Always acceptingApplications are accepted year-round.
Applications are handled by Hutchinson Electrical JATC / Hutchinson Electrical Training Academy (HETA).
Official application page ↗Status last verified August 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 661 pay scale
The journeyman inside wireman rate is $39.95/hr (2026 contract data), and the total package — wage plus health, pension, and annuity contributions — is about $58.87/hr. Apprentices earn a percentage of the journeyman rate that steps up as they progress.
| Apprentice step | % of journeyman | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | 50% | $19.98 |
| Period 2 | 55% | $21.97 |
| Period 3 | 60% | $23.97 |
| Period 4 | 65% | $25.97 |
| Period 5 | 70% | $27.96 |
| Period 6 | 80% | $31.96 |
| Period 7 | 90% | $35.96 |
| Journeyman | 100% | $39.95 |
Rates move with each collective bargaining agreement; confirm current figures with the local before relying on them.
What to know before you apply
'The Hutchinson Electrical Training Academy and Training Committee will be accepting applications year round.' Apply in person at 200 W. 2nd Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67501. Requirements for an oral interview: 17+ at application, HS diploma/GED/associate degree, one year of algebra passed (or NJATC math course), valid driver's license, official transcripts; DD-214 accepted for veteran credit; 4,000 documented electrical-trade hours qualifies directly for interview. 4-year/8,000-hour program ending with the Kansas Electrical Journeyman Test. Contact 620-663-8988, info@hutchjatc.org. Serves central + western Kansas (Salina, Dodge City, Garden City).
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does IBEW Local 661 in Hutchinson accept apprenticeship applications?
As of August 21, 2026: Applications are accepted year-round. 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 661 pay?
The journeyman inside wireman rate for IBEW Local 661 is $39.95/hr (2026 contract data), with a total wage-plus-benefits package around $58.87/hr. Apprentices earn a percentage of that rate, typically starting near 50% and stepping up each period.
How do I apply to IBEW Local 661?
Applications go through Hutchinson Electrical JATC / Hutchinson Electrical Training Academy (HETA). 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 661 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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