Electrical Apprentice

Job Description Get to Know Us

Nelson Electric is an Electrical Contractor that provides superior electrical services in Idaho, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, Florida, Texas, and Colorado. Our business operates with our motto “honesty, integrity and reliability.”

Our electricians are responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems. A deep familiarity with various types of electrical systems, fixtures, and components is a must. Their work requires them to follow OSHA safety requirements and to safely use ladders, scaffolding, and platforms.

Our employees are the backbone of our company! We pride ourselves on being a first-rate place to work, because of this culture and mindset, we offer:

• Competitive Pay
  - We know our employees work hard for us! So we want to work hard for them by offering competitive salaries, job per diems, and drive time per diems.
• Paid Vacation
  - We believe in a healthy work/life balance
  - Our employees receive vacation after one year.
• Sick Pay
  - After a three-month probationary period our employees will receive 40 hours of sick time.
• Holiday Pay
  - Nelson Electric is a family run business, we love our employees, but we want you home with your families for the holidays.
• Health Coverage
  - We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Supplemental insurance
  - We offer additional supplemental insurance to ensure you are well covered!

This Position is full-time and will average 40 hours/week.

An Equal Opportunity Employer-M/F/D/V.

Much of this role is trainable, but there are specific items needed that will make you successful.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Enrolled in an electrician program at a vocational school or an electrician apprenticeship
• Proficiency with the National Electrical Code and local codes
• Current Electrical Apprentice License/valid Driver’s License
• 2+ years of electrician experience preferred
• Assist journeyman electricians in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems
• Proficient with standard industry tools and techniques
• Able to read/interpret and understand blueprints, schematic drawings, and specification manuals
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all company guidelines and OSHA safety requirements including through reporting violations of policies, procedures and guidelines
• Understanding of stored energy and power sources
• Physically fit and capable of carrying up to 50 pounds, stand, bend, move repetitively for up to 10 hours
• Maintain equipment to ensure it is in good condition and can operate or be used safely