Apprentice Electrician

Pay

Competitive pay of $15.05 per hour.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life & ADD insurance
• Retirement plan with 7% employee contribution and city match of 2 to 1
• 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage
• Workers compensation
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Healthy lifestyle program
• Access to Active Edinburg fitness centers

Responsibilities

• Provide support to journeymen and master electricians in the maintenance, operations, and repairs of electrical systems
• Assist with and perform installation and maintenance tasks to ensure effective operation of various electrical systems and equipment
• Learn and become familiar with electrical codes and federal regulations
• Learn the use of different types of equipment and supplies used in the electrical field
• Ensure safety is practiced while working in different working conditions
• Provide assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalency
• Education preference: Community college, vocational, business, technical, or correspondence school licenses and certificates
• Educational substitute: 5 years of on-the-field training
• No experience required; experience preference: minimum 1 year in a related field
• Ability to learn and get familiar with electrical codes and federal regulations
• Ability to adapt to the use of different equipment or supplies
• Ability to adapt to different working conditions
• Current valid Class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety
• Obtain an Electrician Apprentice License with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) within 3 months of employment

About the City of Edinburg

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an All-American City three times by the National Civic League. The city offers exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, making it a great place to work. The city provides competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to help employees lead healthy, productive lives.