Electrical Apprentice | Relco Inc (Reilly Electrical Contractors Inc)

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.  

·        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.

·        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.

·        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.

Required documentation for form I-9

OSHA 10 Certification

Proof of enrollment in a state approved Electrical program

Current and Valid Drivers License

Required documentation for form I9