Youth Apprentice

About the role

Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. Join NVent Management Company As a Youth Apprentice And Gain Hands-on Experience In a Specific Department Aligned With Your Interests.

What You Will Learn And Do

• Assist with construction and assembly of steel modular building components.
• Support electrical assembly work such as installing components, routing cable, or assisting electricians (training provided).
• Absorb welding or fabrication tasks like material preparation, positioning, grinding, or finishing tasks.
• Support electrical engineering teams with entry-level tasks like document organization, testing support, or observing design and build processes.
• Learn to safely measure, mark, cut, drill, fasten, or assemble materials.
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly (training provided).
• Follow work instructions, basic drawings, and verbal direction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all nVent safety requirements, OSHA guidelines, and PPE expectations.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum age: 16 years old
• High school student, recent graduate, or youth seeking entry-level work experience.
• Interest in construction.
• Willingness to learn, adhere to guidelines, and work safely.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work respectfully as part of a team.
• Basic math and measurement skills, or openness to learning.
• No previous experience required — on-the-job training is provided.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb as required by job tasks.
• Lift and carry materials up to 30-50 pounds, with assistance as needed.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely.
• Work in environments with noise, moving machinery, and industrial equipment.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Paid, entry-level employment.
• Part-time and/or full-time hours available depending on department needs.
• Work schedules may be coordinated with school commitments where applicable.
• All job duties align with applicable youth labor and safety regulations.

Why Start Your Career With NVent

• Earn pay while gaining real work experience.
• Learn a specific trade or career path hands-on.
• Train alongside experienced professionals.
• Build safety awareness and transferable workplace skills.
• Opportunity for continued employment and growth with nVent.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

• We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide.
• Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money.

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.