The work may include: basic telephone cable installation and termination, installation and repair of fire alarm systems, intrusion/burglar alarm systems, audio/visual systems, closed-circuit television, communications systems, fiber optics, programmable and controlling instruments, local area networks, and structured wiring systems. 

Our apprentices work indoors and outdoors, in private residences and industrial buildings, on new construction and existing structures, and in all types of weather.

The Protective Signaling Apprenticeship program is designed to prepare individuals for the Oregon Limited Energy Technician – Class A licensing exam and a career in a rapidly changing electrical industry.

Protective Signaling apprentices work indoors and outdoors, in private residences and industrial buildings, on new construction and existing structures, and in all types of weather.

Individuals must be in good physical and mental condition and have the ability to perform detailed work with a good attitude.

This work can be seasonal and there can be periods of unemployment.

Apprenticeship applicants must be at least 18 years of age and provide proof of high school graduation or GED certificate.

Applicants must also have proof of one year of high school algebra, integrated math 2, or equivalent post-high school math courses with a grade of C or better.

Classroom Hours: A minimum of 144 hours per year (a minimum of 432 hours) over approximately 3 years.

On-the-Job Training: 6,000 hours (approximately 3 years).

Starting Wage: $19.37 /hr

Journey Worker (graduated): $38.74 /hr

*Wage data is taken as a sample from PWR Handbook. Effective June 1, 2023