Apprentice Electrician

 

As an Apprentice Electrician you will work under the guidance of a Journeyman level electrician assisting in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of electrical systems on industrial and commercial work sites. The ideal candidate will be working towards a career in the trade with RDH Electric & Construction. 

Job duties include but are not limited to: 

·         Gather tools and supplies to be used at work site. 

·         Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit. 

·         Trace out short circuits in wiring. 

·         Assist in lifting, positioning, and fastening objects such as wiring, conduit, and motors. 

·         Maintain tools and equipment and keeps supplies and parts in order. 

·         Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment. 

·         Help in securing, relocating and organizing materials, small tools, and equipment from and back to appropriate storage areas. 

·         Keep work area clean by collecting and disposing of scrap, excess materials, and refuse. 

·         Assists in pulling wire, lifting, hoisting and positioning materials. 

·         May operate hand tools and equipment under direct supervision of a foreman or more senior electrician. 

·         Assists in mounting and strapping conduit. 

·         Assists experienced personnel in electrical installations, connections, and terminations under close supervision. 

·         Performs other project related duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor. 

·         Interact with customers in a professional and courteous manner 

·         Conduct all work to the very best of your ability, as if it were your own home/business 

·         Able to read and follow specifications on blueprints/diagrams/technical drawings for installations 

·         Utilize all safety equipment and follow all safety regulations and guidelines 

·         Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. 

·         Maintain a neat and organized work environment 

·         See that all tools and equipment are functioning properly at the beginning of each shift 

·         Possesses a work ethic that is strongly oriented toward both efficiency and customer service. 

·         Meet all job standards in a time sensitive manner as determined by Supervisor. 

·         Ability to work unsupervised or within a team. Demonstrate ability to meet quality and quantity standards and on time requirements. 

·         Must be able to travel out of town to job sites and projects 

  

Preferred Job Requirements: 

·         High school diploma or equivalent required 

·         Valid state of Kansas driver’s license required 

·         Capable of lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 pounds without assistance 

·         Ability to obtain a CDL 

·         Must pass drug testing 

·         Associates degree in Electrical technology or 1-2 years of related experience 

·         Legal to work in the United States 

·         Must have dependable transportation to and from work 

·         Reliable and punctual with a positive attitude 

·         Good communication skills, able to keep accurate records 

·         Be able to work 40-hour work-week, and overtime as necessary (occasional weekends) 

·         Be able to work in all weather, temperatures, and conditions under which the job must be performed 

·         Not interested in 3rd party recruiting firms

Pay: $11.00-$16.00 Hourly (negotiable depending upon experience) 

·         Health and Life Insurance 

·         Paid vacation, sick and holiday time 

·         Performance bonuses 

·         All tools, work shirts, and company truck provided

EEOE: 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.