Galveston Electrical JATC is Open now. The IBEW Local 527 apprenticeship accepts applications year round, in person, Tuesday to Thursday, 9 AM to 3 PM, and every document must be in hand when you apply. (source)
While Houston Electrical JATC is closed until October 31, 2026, Galveston is the Houston-area JATC you can apply to this week.
Every fact links to IBEW Local 527’s own pages (the site opens over http, not https). Last checked: October 9, 2026.
Bring all of these on your first visit
- A copy of your high school diploma or GED. (source)
- An official, unopened transcript showing one full credit of Algebra I. (source)
- A copy of your driver’s license or state ID. (source)
- A copy of your Social Security card. (source)
- A copy of your birth certificate. (source)
You must be at least 18 and physically and mentally able to safely perform on-the-job training. The JATC also asks applicants to know TDLR’s apprentice electrician rule; getting the US$20 license before you go saves a step. (source)
What the program looks like
Work
Accepted apprentices are placed with an electrical contractor for full employment. (source)
School
Two nights a week during the fall and spring semesters. (source)
To graduate
8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 900 classroom hours, ending in journeyman wireman certification with the U.S. Department of Labor. (source)
Benefits listed
The union lists health insurance, dental, vision, annuity, NEBF, OSHA 10 and telehealth. (union home page)
Already have electrical experience?
IBEW Local 527 lists a CE/CW track for people with 2 or more years of commercial or industrial electrical experience; it requires a valid Texas Apprentice Electrician License. (source)
What the site does not publish
Local 527’s pages do not list an aptitude test or score, application fee, tuition or starting pay. Ask the apprenticeship office when you call or visit.
Contact
Apprenticeship office: (409) 933-9800 ext. 3 · galvestonjatc@outlook.com. (source) Union hall: 2509 FM 2004, Texas City, TX 77591; office hours Monday to Thursday 8 AM to 5 PM, Friday 8 AM to 2:30 PM, closed for lunch. (union home page)
Comparing options? See all four Houston routes or Houston Electrical JATC.
Before your visit, check your algebra and reading with the free timed practice.
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Questions people ask
Is Galveston Electrical JATC taking applications now?
Yes. IBEW Local 527 says the Galveston JATC accepts applications year round, in person Tuesday to Thursday, 9 AM to 3 PM, and all documents must be in hand to apply.
What documents does Galveston JATC require?
A copy of your diploma or GED, an official unopened transcript with one full credit of Algebra I, a copy of your driver’s license or state ID, Social Security card and birth certificate. You must be at least 18.
How often is school in the Galveston JATC apprenticeship?
Two nights a week during the fall and spring semesters, while you work full time for an electrical contractor.
How many hours do I need to graduate from Galveston JATC?
8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 900 hours of classroom instruction, ending in journeyman wireman certification with the U.S. Department of Labor.
Where is Galveston Electrical JATC?
IBEW Local 527’s union hall is at 2509 FM 2004, Texas City, TX 77591. The apprenticeship office is (409) 933-9800 ext. 3.
Change log
October 9, 2026: page published from IBEW Local 527’s own pages, checked October 9, 2026. Next re-check: November 2026. Spot an error? Email hello@tsaielectro.com and we correct it within 48 hours.
