Electrical Apprentice

Electrical Apprentice Job Summary

An Electrical Apprentice will learn on-the-job under the supervision of a journeyman electrician. The apprenticeship will teach you how to assess and repair electrical problems on commercial or residential job sites. As an Electrical Apprentice, you will complete both hands-on projects on job sites and coursework in a classroom setting. To start, your duties will include basic cleaning and maintenance tasks and progress to more skill-based tasks as you gain experience. You may need to register your apprenticeship or apply for a license if our state requires it.

Electrician Apprentice Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist an electrician and follow instructions.
• Prepare and clean work areas.
• Carry and deliver materials.
• Install, repair, and maintain various electrical wiring systems and equipment.
• Use measuring equipment and hand tools to perform conduit work.
• Follow safety codes and building regulations.
• Learn how to properly dig ditches.
• Follow Lockout Tagout procedures.
• Be able to identify electrical components.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Completion of electrician training program preferred.
• Able to diagnose problems using electronic test equipment.
• Knowledge of NEC electrical codes.
• Eagerness to learn electrical schematics and blueprint reading skills.