Management Trainee

Headquartered in South Carolina, Carolina Power is the premier commercial electrical contractor throughout the Carolinas. We serve a wide range of markets with integrity, while focusing on the Commercial, Educational, Federal, Healthcare, and Industrial segments.

We aspire to develop strong leaders who are first and foremost servant leaders. Our commitment to servant leadership is an integral part to our organization’s history, stemming from our understanding that serving our colleagues, customers and community is the best way to promote growth within our organization and assure our future.

Our culture empowers our people and in turn, powers our success. Empowering our people means encouraging them to be servant leaders in everything they do and giving them the freedom to lead mentor and serve.

The Electrical Construction Project Management Trainee will learn branch operations through a series of work‑related assignments beginning at an entry level position. Trainees will gain practical hands‑on field experience while learning Carolina Power’s mission, vision, culture, and values. Upon successful completion of all workplace assignments, the trainee will be permanently assigned to one of the four Carolina Power Offices in South Carolina.

Selectees must behave consistently with Carolina Power’s Mission and Vision and focus on safety, policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. Trainees will gain knowledge of all aspects of branch management operations including but not limited to worksite safety, waste elimination, estimating, bidding, leadership, sales, material handling, order processing, and provide an outstanding level of customer service. Reliable and regular attendance is required.

This position requires a willingness to learn and work in a fast‑paced environment, possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to interact effectively with Carolina Power employees, customers and vendors. Candidates must be quick learners and consistently display a positive attitude and willingness to assume a variety of training and supervisory opportunities within the company. They must also have a desire to work in a team‑based environment and contribute immediately.

This position requires a valid driver's license issued by the state of permanent assignment and clean driving record.

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.

Related construction experience may substitute for college education.

• Integrity – Non‑negotiable
• Desire to learn and to be a strong team member
• A strong understanding of Microsoft Office and the Web
• A willingness to travel when necessary and work in outdoor environments
• A strong desire to be part of a dynamic and Servant Leadership‑based company

• Ability to maintain a consistent workload that involves moderate manual labor
• Ability to carry/lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, sit and maneuver in confined spaces
• Ability to wear respirators in environments that contain silica dust and other hazmat
• Ability to maintain workloads that may include interstate and intrastate travel and daily time frames that could exceed typical business hours

Carolina Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer.