Training the Next Generation to Build — and Maintain — the U.P's Commercial Infrastructure

At IBEW 906 JATC, we don’t just teach future electricians how to wire buildings. We teach them how to maintain what they build.

In today’s world, that’s a critical skill. From hospitals in Marquette to industrial facilities in Ironwood, commercial clients across the U.P. need more than installs — they need long-term partners who know how to keep their systems running safely and efficiently.

That’s why our apprentices learn how to:

• Inspect and troubleshoot commercial panels

• Detect and prevent overheating and arc faults

• Balance electrical loads and manage capacity

• Verify grounding and bonding

• Ensure compliance with local and national codes

  
  

Commercial maintenance work gives our apprentices hands-on experience with:

• Schools, hospitals, and public buildings

• Retail, automotive, and industrial facilities

• Mining and manufacturing operations unique to the U.P.

• Renewable energy systems and EV charging stations

And because our program includes rotations through a variety of job types, apprentices don’t just become great electricians — they become adaptable problem solvers, equipped to handle any scenario.

Why it matters: The future is electric. Whether it’s advanced manufacturing, electrified transit, or grid modernization, our region’s infrastructure depends on skilled workers who understand not just how to build, but how to maintain and improve.

At IBEW 906 JATC, we’re proud to train those workers right here in the U.P.