Apprentice Electrician

Salary : $60,840.00 - $87,516.00 Annually
Location : Boulder County, CO
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 6787(EE1)
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 06/02/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Description
Boulder County Public Works Department is seeking to hire an Apprentice Electrician . The Apprentice Electrician is the entry-level classification in the Electrician series. The Electrician performs a variety of unskilled and skilled electrical duties in the construction, remodel and maintenance of buildings and facilities.

This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Friday 6 :00am - 2:30pm . This position will work out of 2525 13th St. , Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime).


Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range : $60,840.00 - $74,178.00 Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• Phone Screening: Week of June 15th
• First Round Interviews: Week of June 22nd
• Reference Check: Week of June 22nd

New employees receive an of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers including pension contributions.

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit for more information.

Examples of Duties

1. Performs routine electrical work on construction and remodel projects such as installing conduit, electrical boxes, motors, receptacles, switches, light fixtures, and pulling cables
2. Assists in installation and maintenance of electrical systems such as security and fire alarm systems, energy management systems, card access systems, computer and telephone systems
3. Performs electrical demolition work, including removing old wire and electrical equipment
4. Responds to work orders for electrical repairs and installations
5. May schedule work and estimate time and materials
6. Operates and maintains a variety of hand tools, power tools and equipment
7. Maintains work records and material receipts
8. Performs related work, as required
9. May be reassigned in emergency situations

Required Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE : When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed . Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process . Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of:

• A high school diploma, or equivalent

AND

• 2 (two) years of electrical experience

Additional related education may count towards required experience.
DRIVER'S LICENSE :

• Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• For more information regarding a clean driving record, please click here.

BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING :

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL:

• Candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical

Supplemental Information
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 (two) years of commercial experience
• 2 (two) years of trade school

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of the use of materials, equipment and procedures used in the electrical trade
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to electrical work
• Skill in operation of a pickup truck as required by the position
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and in all kinds of weather
• Ability to work effectively with employees, other agencies and the public

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Back and Upper Body (lifting): Constantly lift with one or two hands tools and parts weighing 1-30 lbs. from floor to waist. This lift and those below are done with one or two hands. Frequently lift tools and parts weighing 30-80 lbs. from floor to shoulder. Occasionally lift parts weighing 60-80 lbs., and over from floor to shoulder, with co-workers. Occasional push and pull average 100 lb. force using various jacks and supporting devices.

Hands and Arms: Must have strength and dexterity in both arms and both hands for constant use of all tools, including hammers, wrenches, and power tools of all sizes for long periods of time each day. Frequently spend time with arms overhead while lying under equipment, or arms extended with body leaning on equipment, or kneeling to the area being repaired (example of this would be taking brake shoes off using a 12 lb. impact or socket wrench). Occasionally disassemble and assemble various auto parts on work surfaces 35 inches high or at ground level.

Body Movement: Constantly stand, kneel, or lie on concrete floor. Must work in unusual positions, depending on the job being done. Frequently climb on and under equipment while carrying tools and parts weighing 1-30 lbs. Occasionally work out of shop on equipment broken down at job site or on roads in inclement weather.
Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:

• Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be found
• Additional Benefits can be found
  • Including:
    • Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements
    • 12 weeks Paid Caregiver leave
    • Breast feeding friendly-work environment
    • Sick child care, an infants-at-work policy
    • Access to LifeMart discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more!
    • Access to a nationally-recognized wellness program
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • PERA 401k
    • Social Security retirement plans
    • Additional Life and Disability Insurance
    • Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance
    • County-paid tuition assistance
    • Eligible for PSLF-
    • Free EcoPass
    • Hospital Indemnity
    • ID Theft Protection
    • Pet Insurance
    • 8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave
• Generous paid time off
  • Holidays
    • New Year's Day January 1
    • Martin Luther King's Birthday January
    • Presidents' Day February
    • Memorial Day May
    • Juneteenth June 19
    • Independence Day July 4
    • Labor Day September
    • Indigenous People's Day
    • General Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years)
    • Veterans' Day November 11
    • Thanksgiving Day November
    • Friday after Thanksgiving*
    • Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)
    • Christmas Day December 25
    • New Year's Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)
  • Vacation**
    • 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire
    • Eight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.
  • Medical**
    • Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.
• PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA
  • Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salary
  • Employer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 14.76%

*The District Attorney's Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving
**Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.
01


Are you at least 18 years of age or older? (Required)

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record? (Required)

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? (Required)

• Yes
• No

04


Please describe how you meet the minimum requirement of 2 (two) years of electrical experience.
05


Please list any low voltage cabling experience you may have.
06


Describe a recent situation on the job where you needed to communicate important information to your supervisor. What did you say, and what was the outcome?
07


Describe a time on the job when you noticed a potential safety hazard. What did you do about it, and how did your actions help prevent an accident or issue?
08


What does diversity mean to you?
09


Please share an example that demonstrates your respect for people and their differences; how have you worked to understand the perspectives of others?
Required Question