Apprentice Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Apprentice Electrician – BESS Project

Location: Fort Morgan, CO

Project Type: Utility‑Scale

Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Employment Type: Full‑Time / Year‑Long

Project Pay Rate: $36.49/hr

Job Summary We are seeking a motivated Apprentice Electrician to support a long‑term battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Fort Morgan, Colorado. The Apprentice Electrician will assist Journeyman Electricians with installing, assembling, and testing electrical components associated with large‑scale energy storage equipment. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands‑on experience in the rapidly growing renewable energy and storage industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with BESS electrical installation — Support wiring, terminations, and equipment installation
• DC/AC electrical work support — Help with battery racks, PCS/inverters, switchgear, and transformers
• Conduit installation — Measure, cut, and install EMT, PVC, and Rigid conduit
• Blueprint reading assistance — Learn to interpret one‑lines and electrical drawings
• Grounding and bonding tasks — Assist with NEC‑compliant grounding and labeling
• Troubleshooting support — Help identify and resolve installation issues
• Battery module handling — Assist with module installation and cable routing
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all NEC, OSHA, and site safety requirements
• Participate in daily safety meetings

Required Qualifications

• Registered Apprentice Electrician (Colorado)
• 1–3 years of commercial, industrial, or construction electrical experience preferred
• Ability to follow instructions and work under licensed Journeyman Electricians
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and basic electrical testing equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on utility‑scale BESS or solar projects
• OSHA 10 certification
• Ability to work independently when assigned tasks
• Comfort working around high‑voltage equipment (training provided)

Work Environment & Schedule

• Outdoor construction site
• Full‑time hours with consistent workload
• Overtime opportunities depending on project phase
• Local candidates strongly encouraged

This is a Contract position based out of Sterling, CO.

The pay range for this position is $36.49 - $36.49/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Sterling,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.