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. Completion of 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and 150 state approved electric schooling hours is required in each year of apprenticeship.  

Responsibilities

·        Attend and complete 150 hours of state approved electrical classroom instruction in each year of apprenticeship training.
·        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.
·        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.
·        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 215lbs) 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.
·        Work in restricted areas (switchgear room, crawlspaces, attics, manholes, utility tunnels), confined space, trenches, high elevations using appropriate safety equipment for prolonged periods of time.
·        Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

Skills

·        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.
·        Positively identify colors or 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, 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.

Qualifications

·        OSHA 10 Certification
·        Current and valid Driver’s License in good standing.
·        Reliable transportation.
·        High School Diploma or GED
·        Must attend and complete 150 hours of state approved electrical classroom instruction in each year of apprenticeship.
·        Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Eligibility to Work Requirements

Required documentation for form I-9

Required Documentation

OSHA 10 Certification
Proof of enrollment in a state approved Electrical program
Current and Valid Drivers License
Required documentation for form I9

Job Point of Contact

Jennifer Stratford, jstratford@gorelco.com – Sponsor

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