Get Paid to Become a
Journeyman Electrician
Join Canyon State Electric's Apprenticeship Program
Balancing trade school with a full-time construction career can be tough. Between long shifts, homework, and life’s responsibilities, it often feels like there just aren’t enough hours in the day. Many aspiring electricians find themselves choosing between earning a paycheck and pursuing the training they need to move forward.
At Canyon State Electric, you don’t have to make that choice. Our apprenticeship program is designed so you can earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience in the field while completing the classroom hours required to become a journeyman electrician. You’ll get the financial stability of a full-time career, the mentorship of experienced professionals, and a clear path toward licensure—all without putting your life on hold.
Your future as an electrician doesn’t have to wait. Build your career, support yourself, and invest in your growth—at the same time.
No Trade-Offs, Just Trade Skills
Become a Journeyman Electrician
Discover what it’s really like to train with Canyon State Electric. Hear from apprentices and see how our program helps you earn, learn, and build your career—straight from the field.
Canyon State Electric’s apprenticeship program goes beyond the basics—it’s designed to build confident, capable electricians who are prepared for long-term success in the industry. Through a mix of hands-on training in the field and classroom instruction, apprentices gain both the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to master the trade.
From day one, you’ll be learning side by side with experienced professionals, applying what you study directly on active job sites. Along the way, you’ll develop problem-solving abilities, safety expertise, and leadership skills that prepare you for more than just the journeyman exam—they prepare you for a career with endless opportunities.
By the time you complete the program, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge, experience, and confidence to excel as a commercial journeyman electrician and to continue advancing within the electrical industry.
Shaping Electricians Who Lead the Industry
Your Path to a Successful Electrician Career
LEARN
Spend one week each quarter in class at CSE’s state-of-the-art training facility, with additional coursework completed between sessions.
EARN
Put your skills to work on real projects—CSE apprentices complete their OJT on active job sites throughout the Valley.
ADVANCE
Grow your career with annual pay increases and complete the program as a certified journeyman electrician.
Canyon State Electric’s apprenticeship program combines hands-on training with classroom instruction, giving you the complete skill set to succeed as a commercial journeyman electrician.
Learn the Tools of the Trade
Conduit Bending
Cabling
Blueprint Reading
OSHA Standards
Troubleshooting
Crane & Scissor Lift Operation
Through a balance of real-world experience and in-depth coursework, CSE’s apprenticeship program prepares you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive as a commercial journeyman electrician.
Wiring
Device installation
NEC (Electrical Code)
Communication skills
Mentorship
And More
Meet Your Instructors
Learn from CSE's instructors who each boast decades of experience working as electricians and teaching the next generation.
Ted Rose
Lead Instructor, University of Canyon State Electric
Ted provides hands-on education and mentorship to electrical apprentices at Canyon State Electric, helping them build both the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in the electrical trade. After beginning his career as an electrician in the field, Ted spent more than 30 years as an electrical engineer with companies including Intel, Electro-Test, and Cornelius Consulting Group, and later led his own engineering consulting firm, Rose, Sing & Associates. Today, he brings that extensive experience to Canyon State Electric’s training program, passing on both theoretical and real-world knowledge to help develop the next generation of skilled electricians.
30+
Years of experience
Kristine Riservato
Director, University of Canyon State Electric
Kristine Riservato plays a key role in workforce development and training at Canyon State Electric. She joined the company in 2024 as Safety Manager, where she helped support jobsite safety initiatives and employee training. In 2025, she transitioned into the role of UCSE Manager, overseeing programs within the University of Canyon State Electric (UCSE) and helping expand training opportunities for employees and apprentices. Through her leadership and dedication to employee development, Kristine later advanced to University Director, where she now leads CSE’s training and education initiatives, helping build career pathways and develop the next generation of skilled electricians.
Starting your apprenticeship at Canyon State Electric means more than just training—it’s joining a top-tier school and a great place to work. We value our team members and invest in their success by offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and perks designed to support a balanced, fulfilling life. At CSE, your career growth and your quality of life go hand in hand.
Canyon State Electric—
The Best Place to Work in Phoenix, Arizona
Industry-leading pay and annual bonus
No-cost health insurance plan
401k with company match
Vacation/PTO starting at 3 weeks per year
Paid holidays— beginning immediately
ESOP – 100% Employee-owned
Tool and work boot programs
Paid parental leave
Growth and advancement opportunities
Stable, long-term career
Team building events
Learn more about life at Canyon State Electric on our careers page and see why we’ve been voted Best Place to Work in Phoenix, Arizona yearly since 2018.
Electricians Who Can
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