Electrical apprentice

Overview

Responsibilities

·      Able to read blueprint

·      Has a working knowledge of and the ability to refer to current National Electrical Code

·      Able to positively identify colors of wires

·      Must have readily available CESG minimum tool list

·      Wears personal protective equipment when required (such as hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, work boots, respirator, hearing protection, fall protection, cut resistant gloves, etc.)

·      Maintains tools, equipment, supplies and work area in a clean, orderly and safe condition

·      Maintains good housekeeping, which may include, but not limited to sweeping work area using a broom, organizing tools and materials, washing or wiping tools or surfaces clean and keeping area free of debris and tripping hazards

·      Transports tools and materials. This may include walking and carrying objects up to 50 pounds from one location to another, sometimes up stairs, over gravel, pushing or pulling equipment with or without the assistance of co-worker(s)

·      Bends, stoops, and must regain balance upon standing when installing electrical boxes, pipes, etc. that frequently span from floor to ceiling level

·      Performs lifting, positioning, holding, fastening, drilling, or hammering objects, such as conduit, motors, fixtures, poles, and other objects for installation or removal

·      Pulls wire of all gauges, with or without the assistance of others

·      Work in restricted areas, often in cramped places that require getting into awkward positions (switchgear room, manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, attics, etc.)

·      Perform work at heights from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks, roofs, or other areas occasionally or as job requires

Qualifications & Experience

• 3+ years of commercial or industrial experience
• Valid TDLR license
• Reliable transportation
• Tools of the trade including cordless impact
• Ability to work in variable weather (cold, heat, windy, etc)
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel and walk for extended periods throughout the day with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation