Apprentice Electrician

Pay

$24 - $40 per hour DOE

Position Summary

The Electrical Apprentice supports the Journeyman and/or Master Electricians while working towards licensure as an electrician. This involves assembling, installing, testing, and inspecting electrical equipment, as well as identifying safety risks and using appropriate precautions to eliminate them. The candidate should be comfortable and knowledgeable with hand tools needed for tasks such as installing and modifying cable trays, installing and modifying conduit, and pulling wire. Color vision is essential to identify different types, gauges, and colors of cables and wires.

Job Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent from an accredited institution required.
• Some experience in the electrical industry is preferred.
• Must be able to identify basic safety hazards and know how to avoid them.
• Experience with running and troubleshooting heat trace is a plus.
• Experience with general hand tools and power tools.
• Basic electrical theory knowledge (e.g., Ohm’s law) is a plus.
• Must be able to perform extremely physical labor such as digging, lifting, and pulling for extended periods.
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle (including trailer and heavy loads).
• Must be able to follow instructions closely and follow leadership well.
• Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge of components.
• Ability to identify different types, gauges, and colors of cables and wires.
• Knowledge of oil‑field drill sites and their electrical requirements is preferred.
• Experience working in pure industrial facilities, power plants, manufacturing operations, or similar sites is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work well with team and on individual tasks.
• Identify safety risks and implement precautions to eliminate them.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Assemble and install electrical equipment under supervision of a journeyman electrician.
• Terminate wires and cable to equipment such as breakers, control panels, and distribution systems under supervision.
• Test electrical components for continuity and proper voltage readings according to specifications.
• Inspect electrical equipment and components to identify hazards and ensure operational condition.
• Set up and maintain temporary power systems.
• Install and maintain grounding systems for all equipment and structures.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience with lock‑out/tag‑out systems.
• Be available for call‑out assistance on emergency outages or problems.

Other Job Functions

• Keep accurate records of hours logged, inventory parts used, and services performed.
• Provide excellent service to customers.
• Complete daily CSR tasks.
• Maintain professional behavior and proper communication with internal and external contacts, including employees, customers, and vendors.
• Effectively manage time, follow directions, and complete work within specified timeframes.
• Successfully complete required training classes and maintain all necessary safety certificates.
• Maintain a sound understanding of industry safety norms and regulations.
• Properly utilize, care for, and secure all company tools, supplies, and vehicles.
• Efficiently follow orders from management.
• Check and respond to all company communications on scheduled workdays, including voicemail, email, and text messages; ensure voicemail inbox does not become full.
• Comply with all applicable company safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Conditions

• Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Follow instructions from supervisor.
• Ability to arrive on time, work the designated schedule, and perform overtime with limited notice.
• Responsibility for obtaining E‑Certs or proper licensing.
• Ability to travel to other work sites and remote locations; occasional travel by air or vehicle to out‑of‑state locations may be required.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record for insurance coverage.
• Must be able to push, pull, or lift up to 60 lb.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (vacation, rest, sick days, holidays, birthday, and a floating holiday – minimum 27 days annually)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Discounts offered via Perks at Work
• 401(k) with matching
• Profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for benefits depends on employment type (full‑time, part‑time, or temporary).