IBEW Local 906 Pay Scale 2026 — Marquette, MI Wages & Application Dates
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IBEW Local 906 in Marquette, MI pays journeyman inside wiremen $42.75/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.
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Applications are handled by Upper Peninsula Electrical JATC (906 JATC, Gwinn MI).
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 906 pay scale 2026
Local 906 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 $42.75/hr (2026 contract data), and the total package — wage plus health, pension, and annuity contributions — is about $70.26/hr. Apprentices earn a percentage of the journeyman rate that steps up as they progress.
| Apprentice step | % of journeyman | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | 55% | $23.51 |
| Period 2 | 60% | $25.65 |
| Period 3 | 65% | $27.79 |
| Period 4 | 70% | $29.93 |
| Period 5 | 75% | $32.06 |
| Period 6 | 80% | $34.20 |
| Journeyman | 100% | $42.75 |
Rates move with each collective bargaining agreement; confirm current figures with the local before relying on them.
What to know before you apply
Applications are requested via an online 'Request an Application' form (available year-round on the site), but the JATC does not publish window dates, deadlines, or selection timing. Requirements: 18+, HS graduate or GED, proof of two semesters of algebra, official transcripts at application, physically capable; must reside in the 906 (Upper Peninsula) jurisdiction at start of apprenticeship. $25 non-refundable application fee at submittal (waiver possible by written request to the director). 5-year program, 180 classroom hours/year. Contact 906-346-2717, 906jatcoffice@gmail.com, 304 Avenue A, Gwinn MI. Call to confirm current intake timing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does IBEW Local 906 in Marquette accept apprenticeship applications?
As of August 21, 2026: We're still verifying this local's application schedule — you'll be notified the moment we confirm a window. 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 906 pay?
The journeyman inside wireman rate for IBEW Local 906 is $42.75/hr (2026 contract data), with a total wage-plus-benefits package around $70.26/hr. Apprentices earn a percentage of that rate, typically starting near 55% and stepping up each period.
How much do IBEW Local 906 apprentices make?
A first-period IBEW Local 906 apprentice earns about $23.51/hr — 55% of the $42.75/hr journeyman scale — and steps up each period to $34.20/hr in the final period before turning out at full scale.
How do I apply to IBEW Local 906?
Applications go through Upper Peninsula Electrical JATC (906 JATC, Gwinn MI). 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 906 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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