Manufacturing Plant Electrician
Manufacturing Plant Electricians ensure electrical systems in factories and industrial plants operate safely and efficiently. RCC’s Manufacturing Plant Electrician Apprenticeship combines hands-on training with classroom instruction to prepare students for careers in electrical system installation, maintenance and troubleshooting. Apprentices gain the skills and safety knowledge needed to keep industrial operations running smoothly.
Program Overview
The Manufacturing Plant Electrician (MPE) Apprenticeship Program takes approximately 4 years to complete and combines more than 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of classroom instruction. The program prepares apprentices to take the state licensing exam and offers multiple educational and professional opportunities, including:
- Earning an RCC Certificate of Completion upon finishing the apprenticeship.
- Receiving a journeyman card from the State of Oregon.
- Option to pursue an associate degree in a related technical field.
Career & Salary Outlook
- Manufacturing Plant Electrician
Installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems and equipment in manufacturing and industrial facilities. - Electrical Maintenance Technician
Performs routine inspections and emergency repairs on electrical machinery and control systems. - Industrial Electrician
Works with complex electrical systems that power production lines and industrial equipment. - Control Systems Technician
Installs and troubleshoots electrical control panels and automated systems in manufacturing plants. - Plant Journeyman Electrician
Licensed electrician who performs skilled electrical work independently and supervises apprentices in industrial plants.
Pay increases significantly after certification. Experienced Manufacturing Plant Electricians or Plant Journeymen can earn $65,000-$95,000+ per year, depending on the industry, location and level of responsibility.
Application Process
The Manufacturing Plant Electrician Apprenticeship Program accepts applications year-round. All applicants are ranked to determine selection order. Preference is given in the following order:
- Applicants already employed with a training agent.
- Applicants with related experience or training.
- General applicants with no related background.
Tip: To increase your chances of entering the program, we highly encourage applicants to secure employment with one of our training agents — even in an entry-level role. Find approved training agents by going to Oregon BOLI Apprenticeship and searching for program MA #5005.
To apply, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma or GED®.
- Successful completion of one year of high school algebra or an equivalent post-high school algebra course(s) with a grade of C or better.
- Provide documents showing you meet these requirements.
Applications are available in the Apprenticeship Office at RCC’s Table Rock Campus. Make sure to sign the Applicant Log when you pick up your application. You will need to return the completed application to the same location.
Location:
RCC Table Rock Campus
A Building, Room 159
7800 Pacific Ave.
White City, OR 97503
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(Closed 12 - 1 p.m. for lunch)
Estimated Program Costs
| Manufacturing Plant Electrician Tuition & Fees (based on In-State Fall 25/26 tuition & fee schedule) | Costs |
|---|---|
| 1st Year Tuition ($210/term X 3 terms) | $630.00 |
| 2nd Year Tuition ($210/term X 3 terms) | $630.00 |
| 3rd Year Tuition ($210/term X 3 terms) | $630.00 |
| 4th Year Tuition ($210/term X 3 terms) | $630.00 |
| Universal Fee ($96/term X 12 terms) | $1,152.00 |
| License Exam | $100.00 |
| Total | $3,772.00 |
| Books & Course Materials (estimate based on RCC Bookstore and Syllabi) | |
| 1st Year Textbooks (used all four years) | $620.98 |
2nd Year Textbooks |
$102.27 |
| 3rd & 4th Year Textbooks | $74.59 |
| Course Materials (used all 4 years) | $22.00 |
| Total | $819.84 |
