Electrician Apprentice

The Electrician Apprentice will perform tasks related to electrical repair and installation of electrical equipment for residential customers and is responsible for maintaining customer health, safety, and satisfaction. The Electrician Apprentice works under the supervision of Lead Electrician.

Responsibilities:

• Learn electrical trade craft from Lead Electricians while applying school-learned NEC code, electrical theory, calculations, and Ohm's Law in real life field settings.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures while in a de-energized state.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, ensuring compliance with codes.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure the proper transfer of all service work business data.
• Maintain company vehicle, ensuring cleanliness and organization, both inside and out.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Indenture in an Electrical Apprenticeship greatly preferred.
• Basic math and reading comprehension required.
• Knowledge of electrical field concepts, practices, best practices, and procedures including the technical ability to understand and interpret Electrical Codes, Life Safety Codes, NFPA, Uniform Building Codes and Lighting Systems required.
• Ability to work well with others and strong communication skills a must.
• Must have appropriate trade tools.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Physical Requirements:

• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Ability to work outdoors, in extreme temperatures, wet/humid environments, and/or with vibration
• Working with mechanical and chemical hazards and conditions including fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and/or poor ventilation
• Ability to climb, talk, crouch, stand, balance, reach, grasp, pull, lift, see, hear, and operate tools and vehicles