How to Become a Journeyman Electrician in Hawaii
The full path in Hawaii: licensing requirements, the state exam, fees, IBEW and registered apprenticeship options, realistic apprentice pay, the master tier, and reciprocity with other states.
0 hrs
Required documented experience
$0
contractor fees
3 IBEW locals
Union apprenticeship paths
$34.92/hr
State median, all tiers (from 2 postings)
1. Hawaii journeyman licensing requirements
Hour requirements change periodically — verify current hours with the Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board before planning your apprenticeship. The remaining requirements below are current as documented.
- Exam: required — No reciprocity — Hawaii requires all applicants to pass the full exam battery plus demonstrate $500k+ working capital.
- contractor fee: $0 (C-13 fees per DCCA schedule; $500k+ working capital demonstration required — see board for current amounts.)
2. Apprenticeship paths: IBEW union + registered programs
3 IBEW locals serve Hawaii (Locals 1186, 1260, 1357). Union apprentices train through the local JATC while earning a scaled wage. Browse Hawaii IBEW locals →
Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) and Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) chapters also run accredited programs — chapter directories are being added to this guide.
3. Timeline and cost: what apprentices earn
Apprentice-specific postings are still thin for Hawaii. Across 2 disclosed postings, the state median across all tiers is $34.92/hr; apprentices typically earn 40–60% of this. See live ranges on our pay page for Hawaii →
4. Take your license on the road: reciprocity
Hawaii offers no formal journeyman reciprocity — out-of-state electricians apply through the standard path. Details and alternatives: Hawaii reciprocity guide →
Frequently asked questions
How many hours does it take to become a journeyman electrician in Hawaii?
Hour requirements vary — verify current hours with the Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board.
What does an electrical apprentice earn in Hawaii?
Based on 2 disclosed postings, the state median across all tiers is $34.92/hr; apprentices typically earn 40–60% of this.
Can I apprentice through the union in Hawaii?
Yes — 3 IBEW locals serve Hawaii with registered apprenticeship programs.
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