Experienced Apprentice Electrician (Service)

Encore Electric, Inc. is a licensed Montana Electrical Contractor with consistent work throughout the Gallatin Valley. Come work for a reputable contractor that will keep you busy! As a perk for working for us, we will pay for your electrical schooling and give you the opportunity to learn hands-on electrical work. Overview An Apprentice Electrician (Service) participates in commercial electrical installation and follows direction from Service Technicians. Please note: this posting is for experienced electricians only! At this time, our entry-level positions are full. COMPENSATION: $28.75 per hour - $37.50 per hour (an additional 25% is included in this rate). General Responsibilities Works with a commitment to safetyUpholds the core values of Encore ElectricActs as a professional and uses basic work ethicsComes to work on time every day with appropriate attire and toolsKeeps work area cleanInstalls quality work in a neat and workmanship like mannerTreats tools with respectWorks on ladders, lifts, and elevated platformsIdentifies electrical parts and componentsDigs trenches as neededKeeps up with changing technologyKeeps up with the national electrical codeWears tools at all required times Specific Responsibilities Tracking of Apprenticeship Paperwork including hours and reviewsTake responsibility for their education through the apprenticeship program. This includes:HomeworkTestsQuizzesKeeping up with changing technologyKeeping up with the national electrical codeResponsible for communications including tell back procedureUses electrical formulas to figure out pipe fill, device and panel size, and disconnectLays out and organizes assigned tasks to first and second year apprenticesBy the end of the third year, the employee should be proficient at planning materials and tools needed to complete the jobReads and understands basic blueprintsHandles material required for the jobInstalls raceways, pulls wire, and mounts equipmentAssembles and installs small to large electrical parts and piecesTrims outlets, recessed cans and other repetitive finish workPerforms duties as assigned by lead people Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Skill in Adapting to new and changing requirements, environments, and/or information.Estimating resources needed to complete required tasksManaging complex tasks, breaking them down to their component levelsEffective written and oral communication sufficient to be able to elicit and communicate information and achieve understandingEstablishing and maintaining effective working relationships with customers, vendors, consultants, management, and employeesOperating a computerOrganizing work to accomplish tasksReading , writing and mathPrioritizing and reporting to meet job needsProblem solvingTracking numbers and bits of data relevant to the work assignmentWorking with schedules Physical Requirements DrivingSittingClimbingLifting (up to 50 lbs.)StandingStoopingVision acuity (near and far)Walking Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent, degree in related field is preferred, 2 years of experience for 3rd Year Apprentice, 3 years of experience for 4th Year Apprentice. Apprentice (First Period) 0-6 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Apprentice (Second Period) 6 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Apprentice (Third Period) 12 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Apprentice (Fourth period) 18 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Apprentice (Fifth Period) 24 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Apprentice (Sixth Period) 30 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Apprentice (Seventh Period) 36 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Apprentice (Eighth period) 42 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Apprentice (Ready to Test) 48 Months High School Diploma or Equivalent Apprenticeship Registration High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency Benefits Encore Electric provides excellent benefits for our employees, including: medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, and life insurance, employee-matched 401(k), paid time off (PTO), an employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice. Encore also provides a generous employee referral program, and access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program.This position is eligible for a job site incentive. Applications will close for this position on: November 1, 2026 To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact HR@EncoreElectric.com. Encore Electric, Inc. is an EOE, including disability/vets. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.