Electrical Apprentice

Location: Dover/Northampton, NH | Pay: $18–25/hr DOE

The Electrical Apprentice is a field employee who follows the lead of, and works under the direction of, a Journeyman Electrician. Typical work consists of alterations, additions and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the commercial, industrial, and residential electrical industry.

Requirements

• OSHA 10 Certification
• Clean background
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be attending or have completed apprenticeship school
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, repair, and maintain electrical wiring, controls, equipment, appliances, apparatus, fixtures, and lighting systems in all types of buildings, homes, businesses, and factories under the direction of a Licensed Electrician.
• Transport tools, materials, equipment, and supplies to work site by hand or power equipment.
• Capable of digging trenches or holes either by use of hand tools or power equipment.
• Lay out various outlets, switches, receptacles, and other detail on the job from blueprints or by direction from the foreman.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment by observing and following all safety standards and procedures complying with OSHA, NFPA 70E and RELCO standards.
• Work on energized circuits and equipment with company management approval following all OSHA, Lockout/Tag Out and RELCO Safety Procedures and Protocols.
• Assist in wire pulls.
• Material handling and organizing.
• Maintain overall jobsite appearance including clean up site at end of day.
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Strong communication skills in English; including comprehending, listening, writing and the ability to exchange information.
• Enrolled in state approved electrical schooling.
• Ability to effectively interact, cooperate, collaborate, and manage conflicts with others to complete tasks and achieve shared goals.
• Ability to positively identify colors of wires.
• Ability to operate and work from mechanical personnel lifts (electrical or gas powered).
• Utilize all power tools, drills, saws, pipe threading and wire pulling equipment, hydraulic benders, etc.
• Ability to follow directions and decipher technical information.
• Basic electrical, mechanical and math skills.
• Bend conduit with hand benders and/or hydraulic benders.
• Knowledge of the electrical code and the ability to research and retrieve information from the Electric Code book.
• Knowledge of, and ability in, pipe bending, circuit wiring, feeders, services, fire alarm, wire pulling, underground, and wiring electrical equipment.
• Operate two handed tools/equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, jackhammers.
• Positive, solutions-focused attitude with the ability to use good judgement and keep client information confidential.
• Consistent excellent customer service to internal/external customers, colleagues, and management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to read, interpret and analyze blueprints, construction plans, and schematic drawings.
• Ability to work from all types of ladders, scaffolds, and roofs for prolonged periods of time moving material and/or tools, load wire reels (reels can weigh up to 215 lbs), ascending and descending, and move about the jobsite and work area.
• Ability to operate and knowledge of hand tools and power tools, measuring devices, and testing equipment to accomplish designated tasks.
• Must be able to distinguish color to positively identify and inspect color-coded wiring and possess good vision (normal or corrected).
• Work in restricted areas (switchgear room, crawlspaces, attics, manholes, utility tunnels), confined space, trenches, and high elevations using appropriate safety equipment for prolonged periods of time.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and retirement plan benefits package
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunity for career growth within RELCO / Crete United
• Supportive and collaborative work culture