Pre-Apprentice: Electrical & Trades Pipeline

DJ Pre‑Apprentice Pipeline (Electrical)

• HVAC
• Plumbing
• Sprinkler Fitting

Please first review our Careers page for currently open Pre‑Apprentice roles and apply to the specific trade/segment if it's listed. If you don't see a matching opening—or you're a referral—apply here to join our pipeline. We’ll reach out when opportunities align.

Dave Jones is a full‑service mechanical contractor building careers and communities across Southern Wisconsin. We’re known for high‑quality work in residential and commercial projects and for a culture that values customer service, craftsmanship, safety, and growth.

• Customer Focused
• Excellence
• Family
• Forward Thinking
• Giving Back
• Work Hard, Play Hard

We welcome candidates interested in Pre‑Apprentice work across our four trades:

• Electrical
• HVAC
• Plumbing
• Sprinkler Fitting (Fire Protection)

We hire across two primary business areas:

• New Construction (commercial residential, & special projects new construction projects)
• Service & Remodel

• Support field crews with material handling, site organization, and jobsite housekeeping
• Use basic hand and power tools safely under guidance
• Assist with install prep (e.g., cutting openings, staging equipment, loading/unloading)
• Practice safety and quality basics, helping maintain clean, compliant work areas
• Work as part of a team and develop trade awareness across New Construction or Service & Remodel environments (Actual tasks vary by trade and project.)

• You're reliable, safety‑minded, and eager to learn
• You enjoy hands‑on work and teamwork in a fast‑moving environment
• You bring a positive attitude and show up ready to contribute—every day

• We’ll review your application and keep it active in our talent pipeline
• When a relevant Pre‑Apprentice opening is posted, we’ll reach out if your background fits
• Referrals will be connected to the appropriate recruiter for next steps

• High school Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Schedule:
  
  4 x 10 hour work days

• Hourly Pay: $18
  -20hr + 1.5x OT (commensurate with experience).
• Health & Wellness:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match.
• Time Off:
  Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Additional perks include training programs, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Dave Jones offers opportunities to enter ABC Apprenticeship programs in Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, and Sprinkler Fitting
. Employees are considered after demonstrating reliability and performance on the job; our team conducts scheduled apprenticeship selection cycles during the year.