Electrical Helper / Apprentice About the Role
We are hiring dependable Electrical Helpers / Apprentices to support commercial and industrial electrical construction crews. This is a hands-on entry-level to developing-trade position for individuals who want to learn the electrical trade while working alongside experienced electricians. Successful candidates will be safety-conscious, willing to learn, able to follow instructions, and prepared to perform physically demanding work in active construction and industrial environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist electricians with the installation, maintenance, and repair of conduit, wiring, cable tray, lighting, electrical equipment, and related electrical systems.
- Load, unload, organize, stage, and transport electrical materials, tools, conduit, wire, fittings, and equipment.
- Assist with measuring, cutting, threading, bending, and installing conduit and raceway systems under the direction of experienced electricians.
- Help pull, label, route, and support conductors and cables; assist with device and equipment installation as directed.
- Use basic hand and power tools safely, including drills, saws, conduit tools, fish tapes, and material-handling equipment.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas and assist with jobsite setup, cleanup, and material management.
- Follow all company, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements, including proper PPE use, ladder safety, fall protection, and electrical hazard awareness.
- Learn to read basic electrical drawings, plans, symbols, and specifications and apply them to field work under supervision.
- Follow instructions from electricians, foremen, and supervisors and ask questions when work requirements or safety procedures are unclear.
- Perform other electrical and general construction duties as assigned to support the crew and project schedule.
Required Qualifications
- No prior electrical experience required for entry-level candidates; construction or electrical experience is preferred.
- Strong work ethic, punctuality, reliability, and willingness to learn the electrical trade.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work effectively as part of a crew.
- Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools or willingness to learn.
- Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods, including lifting 50+ lbs., climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, standing, and working at heights.
- Willingness to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and jobsite conditions.
- Reliable transportation and ability to work extended shifts, weekends, and travel as project needs require.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Enrollment in or interest in a recognized electrical apprenticeship or training program.
- Valid drivers license and clean driving record.
- OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, or other construction safety certification.
- Previous commercial, industrial, or construction experience.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.