If you want to become an electrician in Arizona or Texas, DP University is one of the fastest and most affordable ways to get there. Our four-year apprenticeship program combines NCCER-accredited classroom instruction with paid, hands-on field experience on some of the Southwest’s most complex projects: mission-critical data centers, large-scale semiconductor facilities, healthcare facilities, and aviation.
The program is offered at no cost to DP Electric employees. You are hired first, then you train. That means you earn a paycheck and benefits from day one while working toward a nationally recognized credential, and you graduate with skills instead of student loans. Classes are taught at our DP University Training Center by the same field leaders who guide you on the jobsite.
Empowering growth at every stage of your career
DP University extends beyond our apprenticeship program. It is a company-wide training program that includes leadership development, technical courses, and professional growth opportunities for every employee. By making education free and accessible, we empower our team to keep advancing their skills and building long-term careers.
A four-year NCCER-accredited program that combines classroom instruction and hands-on training to develop skilled, well-rounded electricians.
An advanced training track designed to prepare emerging leaders with tools, skills, and confidence to succeed in management roles. From communication skills to best practices as it relates to job planning, our field leaders are given the tools to be successful in leading people and projects.
Ongoing courses that strengthen safety awareness and technical expertise, ensuring our team is prepared for the challenges of every project.
All senior field leaders and managers are offered a 6-month leadership course focused on personal and professional growth that fosters a culture of strong, high-performing teams throughout the entire organization.
Yes. In order to enroll in DP University, you must be a DP Electric employee. Because of this, you are earning wages and benefits from day one while you complete the program. The training itself costs you nothing.
Because our apprenticeship program is only open to DP Electric employees, the amount of experience you need depends on the electrician levels we are hiring for at that time. To see what positions we are currently hiring for, visit our careers page!
The apprenticeship is a four-year program combining classroom instruction with on-the-job training, in line with Arizona and Texas requirements for becoming a journeyman-level electrician.
In order to join DP University, you must first be an employee of DP Electric. Visit our career page for open positions and apply to whichever one best fits your skill level. Once on the team, you must wait until our next enrollment period, which happens every 6 months.
