Level I Apprentice

Description

JTI is a growing, progressive, and team-oriented company rooted in family values. We know that our employees are our number one asset. We not only encourage, but foster an environment that promotes professional growth, internal promotions, continuing education, and a safe work environment.

We are proud to employ a team of dedicated professionals with expertise in electrical construction, mechanical fabrication and installation, engineering, and controls and automation fields who are leaders in their disciplines. We strive to be an excellent strategic partner for clients, providing solutions and adding value to their businesses.

The Electrical Apprentice assists journeymen and foremen in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in commercial and/or industrial settings. This role is typically part of a registered apprenticeship program that combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction to develop the technical knowledge and hands‑on skills necessary to become a licensed journeyman electrician.

Note: The scope and complexity of work will vary based on the apprentice’s current level (1 through
4), in alignment with the company’s Apprenticeship Competency Matrix.

Assist in installing and supporting electrical conduit systems, including EMT, PVC, Rigid, and Stainless Steel

• Pull wire and cable through conduit, trays, or raceways under supervision
• Support the installation of junction boxes, panels, and electrical devices
• Learn and apply proper conduit bending and support techniques
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow instructions from journeymen and foremen to complete tasks safely and accurately
• Assist in reading and interpreting construction drawings and schematics (increasingly with experience)
• Participate in jobsite safety meetings, JSAs, and toolbox talks
• Track work hours, training tasks, and progress toward apprenticeship goals
• Handle tools, materials, and equipment with proper care
• Perform additional duties as required based on apprenticeship level and jobsite needs

N/A

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Enrollment and participation in a recognized apprenticeship program or technical school is preferred
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, tools, and safety regulations, based on apprentice level according to the company’s Apprenticeship Competency Matrix
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Lifting and carrying – frequently lifting and carrying tools, materials, and equipment, often weighing up to 25-50 lbs.
• Climbing and balancing – using ladders, scaffolding, and lifts to reach high areas for wiring and fixture installations
• Crouching and kneeling – working in tight spaces like crawlspaces, attics, and vaults
• Standing for long periods – spending hours on their feet while wiring or troubleshooting
• Repetitive movements – engaging in repeated motions such as twisting, bending at the waist, kneeling, stripping wires, twisting connections, and using hand tools continuously
• Working in uncomfortable positions – holding tools or equipment overhead, reaching into confined areas, or maintaining awkward postures
• Exposure to weather – working outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, or wind
• Hand and finger dexterity – grasping objects with the use of fingers, palm and wrists to hold or manipulate objects (hammers, saws, pencils, pens, etc.)
• Pulling and pushing – pulling wires through conduits or pushing heavy equipment into place
• Carrying personal protective equipment (PPE) – wearing and carrying safety gear like hard hats, gloves, harnesses, and boots

• Hand Tools – side‑cutting pliers, flathead screwdrivers (various sizes), Phillips head screwdrivers (various sizes), insulated screwdriver set, adjustable wrenches (various sizes), combination wrench set
• Saws and Cutting Tools – hacksaw, drywall saw, utility knife
• Measuring and Marking Tools – tape measure
• Conduit Tools – hammer, fish tape, multimeter or voltage tester, flashlight or headlamp, tool pouch – belt or backpack for tool mobilization