4608 - Electrical Apprentice 1

Electrical Apprentice 1

Shadow one of our electricians and help them with their tasks. Learn to read blueprints, diagnose electrical problems, and repair electrical systems. Assist with installing new electrical systems. Assist journeyman in the planning, layout, installation, testing and repair of wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, equipment, and control systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist a journeyman electrician and follow instructions.
• Learn to use appropriate hand and power tools to properly assist electrician in performing his/her duties.
• Perform minor repairs, such as replacing fuses, light sockets, bulbs, and switches.
• Maintain tools and equipment and keep supplies and parts in order.
• Load, transport, unload, and furnish electrician with materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary.
• Help install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications; perform other routine duties as directed by experienced craft worker.
• Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested.

Preferred Qualifications:

• NCCER Construction Craft Laborer
• NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program

Minimum Qualifications:

• 0-2000 hours (0-1 year) of experience working as an entry level electrician or similar craft as a helper or laborer, and a basic knowledge of the electrical craft.
• Developing knowledge in the installation or maintenance of electrical wiring, conduit, systems, equipment, and fixtures; testing electrical systems with appropriate tools.
• If applicable must have all necessary licenses for the jurisdiction in which the work is to be performed.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Typical construction site environment
• Requires working in cramped workspaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot or very cold temperatures and exposure to inclement weather.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions.
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Work Conditions:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Repetitive movement.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.