Apprentice

Chesapeake Electric, named one of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies by Inc. 5000, has proudly served our community since 2014. Owned and operated by a Master Electrician, we’ve built a culture where autonomy, accountability, and collaboration fuel both personal growth and company success. Here, hard work is rewarded, teamwork is celebrated, and your career potential is unlimited.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values: L.I.G.H.T. — Lead with Integrity, Innovate and Solve, Grow Together, hold High Standards always, and Think of Others First.

Chesapeake Electric is looking for motivated, eager‑to‑learn Apprentice Electricians ready to launch their career in residential electrical work. As an apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced Service Technicians to gain hands‑on experience while building the skills and knowledge needed to become a top‑performing electrician.

• Earn with Confidence: Competitive base pay plus weekly performance incentives.
• Strong Benefits: Dental, Vision, HSA, Aflac, Long‑term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Investing in Your Future: 401k with 5% match (vested immediately) + profit sharing.
• Career Growth: Paid onboarding, ongoing training, coaching, and mentorship; apprenticeship school tuition; and even “start your own business” mentorship for those seeking to run their own shop one day.
• Time Off that Matters: PTO, paid birthday, paid work anniversary, and all major holidays (including Juneteenth).
• Life Events Covered: Paid maternity/paternity leave and paid bereavement leave.
• Recognition & Fun: From weekly awards to monthly team socials and year‑round celebrations, we make sure hard work gets noticed.
• Giving Back: Through our Chesapeake Cares program, we provide free critical electrical services to families in need, host quarterly charity events supporting employee‑nominated causes, and stay actively involved in making our community stronger.

• Assist Service Technicians on in‑home electrical service calls, troubleshooting, and installations.
• Learn to establish customer trust and provide excellent service.
• Gain experience in estimating, material procurement, and basic sales techniques.
• Follow company safety standards and best practices on every job.
• Take part in training and mentorship programs to build your skills and career potential.

• A strong desire to learn and grow in a hands‑on electrical career.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a residential setting.
• Alignment with Chesapeake Electric’s core values (LIGHT).
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to be insurable.
• Willingness to pass a drug screening and background check.