Get the AppIBEW Local 131 Pay Scale 2026 — Kalamazoo, MI Wages & Application Dates
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IBEW Local 131 in Kalamazoo, MI pays journeyman inside wiremen $44.30/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.
Journeyman
$44.30/hr
Package
Not published
Applications
Always accepting
Application status
Applications are accepted year-round.
Applications are handled by Kalamazoo Electrical Training Alliance (KETA).
Official application page ↗Status last verified October 26, 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 131 pay scale 2026
Local 131 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 $44.30/hr (2026 contract data). Apprentices earn a percentage of the journeyman rate that steps up as they progress.
| Apprentice step | % of journeyman | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | 45% | $19.93 |
| Period 2 | 55% | $24.36 |
| Period 3 | 60% | $26.58 |
| Period 4 | 65% | $28.80 |
| Period 5 | 70% | $31.01 |
| Period 6 | 80% | $35.44 |
| Journeyman | 100% | $44.30 |
Rates move with each collective bargaining agreement; confirm current figures with the local before relying on them.
What to know before you apply
The Kalamazoo Electrical Training Alliance accepts applications all year-round. $50 application fee, with each application open for 30 days after paying the fee. Requirements: high school diploma or GED or two-year Associate Degree (or equivalent), passing grade of C or higher in Algebra, minimum 17 years old to apply and 18 before April 30th, and willingness to pass a drug screen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does IBEW Local 131 in Kalamazoo accept apprenticeship applications?
As of October 26, 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 131 pay?
The journeyman inside wireman rate for IBEW Local 131 is $44.30/hr (2026 contract data). Apprentices earn a percentage of the base rate, typically starting near 45% and stepping up each period.
How much do IBEW Local 131 apprentices make?
A first-period IBEW Local 131 apprentice earns about $19.93/hr — 45% of the $44.30/hr journeyman scale — and steps up each period to $35.44/hr in the final period before turning out at full scale.
How do I apply to IBEW Local 131?
Applications go through Kalamazoo Electrical Training Alliance (KETA). 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 131 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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