Apprentice Electrician

Role Overview

Boulder County Public Works Department is seeking an entry‑level Apprentice Electrician
. The position is full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 6:00‑2:30 am, at 2525 13th St. Boulder, Colorado. This is a non‑exempt role under the Fair Labor Standards Act, eligible for overtime. Residents of Colorado are required.

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 80 hours of vacation at hire, plus 8 hours of vacation and medical leave accruals each month (eligible only if not employed at Boulder County within the previous 12 months). Boulder County also offers pension contributions and is a participant in Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

• Perform routine electrical work on construction and remodel projects—installing conduit, electrical boxes, motors, receptacles, switches, light fixtures, and pulling cables.
• Assist in installation and maintenance of electrical systems such as security and fire alarm systems, energy management systems, card access systems, computer and telephone systems.
• Perform electrical demolition work, including removing old wire and electrical equipment.
• Respond to work orders for electrical repairs and installations.
• May schedule work and estimate time and materials.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, power tools and equipment.
• Maintain work records and material receipts.
• Perform related work as required.
• May be reassigned in emergency situations.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of electrical experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

• 2 years of commercial experience.
• 2 years of trade school.

• Working knowledge of materials, equipment, and procedures used in the electrical trade.
• Understanding of hazards and safety precautions typical of electrical work.
• Skill in operation of a pickup truck as required.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods in various weather conditions.
• Effective collaboration with employees, other agencies, and the public.

Back and Upper Body:
Constantly lift with one or two hands tools and parts weighing 1–30 lbs. from floor to waist; frequently lift 30–80 lbs. from floor to shoulder; occasionally lift parts weighing 60–80 lbs. over floor to shoulder with coworkers; occasional push and pull averaging 100 lb. force. Hands and Arms:
Strength and dexterity in both arms and hands for constant use of all tools. Body Movement:
Constantly stand, kneel, or lie on concrete floor; frequent climbing on and under equipment while carrying tools and parts weighing 1–30 lbs.; occasional work in inclement weather.

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and 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.

• Comprehensive health plans (vision and dental included).
• Additional benefits such as fertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements, 12 weeks paid caregiver leave, breastfeeding‑friendly environment, sick child care, infant‑at‑work policy, wellness program, employee assistance program, PERA 401k, social security retirement plans, life and disability insurance, critical illness and accidental insurance, county‑paid tuition assistance, PSLF eligibility, free Eco Pass, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, 8 hours paid public service leave.
• Generous paid time off: 80‑hour vacation bank at hire, 8 hrs vacation per month first year, 12 hrs per month thereafter; 8 hrs medical leave per month; holidays as listed (e.g., New Year’s, Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous People’s Day, Election Day, Veterans’ Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.).
• PERA and social security contributions: employer contributions of 7.65% social security and 14.76% PERA.