Electrical Apprentice

STALEY ELECTRIC - ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE

Position Summary Staley Electric is looking for a motivated Electrical Apprentice to join our team. This entry-level position is designed for someone who wants to build a career in the electrical trade while working alongside experienced electricians on construction, commercial, and residential electrical projects. The Electrical Apprentice assists with the installation, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment while learning proper trade practices, safety procedures, electrical codes, tools, materials, and Staley Electric standards. This role is ideal for a dependable, career-minded team player who enjoys hands-on work, wants to learn from skilled electricians, and takes pride in serving customers with professionalism, safety, and care.

Why You’ll Love Working at Staley Electric Since 1951, Staley Electric has built a reputation for quality workmanship, trusted service, and investing in its people. At Staley Electric, employees are more than part of the business - they are the most important part of the business.

Compensation, Benefits & Opportunities

• Pay Range: $30,000-$55,000 (Based on Experience)
• Estimated Annual Benefits & Perks Value: $2,000-$15,000
• Estimated Total Compensation & Benefits Package: $32,000-$70,000 annually

Estimated Annual Benefits & Perks Value Includes:

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) options with 5% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with Staley Electric covering at least 50% of employee medical and dental premiums
• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays and PTO, with opportunities to earn additional PTO
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Financial wellness resources, including Dave Ramsey programs
• A structured four-year apprenticeship program with classroom and on-the-job training
• Advancement through apprenticeship levels based on completed training requirements
• All Apprentice School Fees PAID 1 Year after Passing Journeyman Test
• Employee appreciation events, merchandise, recognition, and incentive programs
• Company-provided tools and equipment for eligible positions
• Stable, year-round employment and a team-focused culture

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Work & Training

• Assist journeymen and foremen with electrical installations, repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Work on construction, commercial, retail, and residential electrical projects as assigned.
• Help install wiring, conduit, fixtures, panels, devices, equipment, and other electrical system components.
• Learn how to locate, diagnose, and troubleshoot issues in electrical systems or equipment.
• Assist with standard electrical calculations related to wiring, equipment, and load requirements as directed.
• Learn the tools, equipment, materials, codes, standards, and regulations common to the electrical trade.
• Follow instructions from journeymen, foremen, project leaders, and supervisors.
• Ask questions, take initiative, and actively work to improve trade knowledge and skill.

Customer Care & Professionalism

• Maintain a constant focus on exceeding customer expectations and ensuring safety in all work performed.
• Show extraordinary care for your work, the customer, and your teammates.
• Work respectfully in customers’ homes, businesses, facilities, and construction environments.
• Protect customer property, business operations, materials, tools, and equipment while work is being performed.
• Communicate professionally with team members, supervisors, customers, contractors, and other trades.
• Represent Staley Electric with a positive attitude, professional appearance, and strong work ethic.

Safety & Quality

• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable jobsite safety rules.
• Use proper PPE, tools, ladders, lifts, and equipment for assigned tasks.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area in each customer’s home, business, facility, or project location.
• Work safely on lifts, ladders, rooftops, and other harder-to-access areas when required.
• Complete assigned work carefully, accurately, and in accordance with Staley Electric standards.
• Report unsafe conditions, hazards, damaged tools, or jobsite concerns to the appropriate supervisor.

Time, Materials & Documentation

• Assist with work orders, sign-offs, daily logs, job notes, and other project documentation as directed.
• Use time, materials, and tools responsibly.
• Help keep tools, materials, vehicles, and work areas clean, stocked, and organized.
• Support the team by staying productive, following directions, and completing assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate accountability, dependability, and willingness to learn each day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Any electrical apprentice experience preferred but not required for the right candidate.
• Interest in building a long-term career in the electrical trade.
• Self-starting, highly motivated, and comfortable working in fast-moving environments.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Must demonstrate high standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record preferred.
• Must meet company standards for pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Work frequently on lifts, ladders, rooftops, and other harder-to-access areas.
• See, hear, speak, and write clearly in order to communicate with employees, customers, contractors, and team members.
• Use manual dexterity for frequent reaching, climbing, lifting, carrying, and operating power tools.
• Lift objects typically up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, crouch, climb, reach, pull, push, carry, and work in active construction, commercial, and residential environments.
• Use hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, and other electrical trade equipment.
• Work in varying weather conditions and work environments.
• Safely distinguish colors, wiring, equipment, labels, and electrical components.

Success in This Role A successful Electrical Apprentice is dependable, eager to learn, safety-focused, respectful, and willing to work hard. This person shows up prepared, follows directions, asks questions, works well with others, takes pride in their work, and continues developing the skills needed to grow into a successful electrician.

Core Values & Culture Expectations

The Electrical Apprentice is expected to represent Staley Electric’s core values:

• Stewardship
• Trust
• Agility
• Loyalty
• Excellence
• Yes! Attitude

At Staley Electric, great work starts with great people. We expect our team members to work safely, support one another, communicate clearly, solve problems, and deliver the electrical solutions our customers expect and deserve.

Safety-Sensitive Position As an electrical company, all work performed is recognized by Act 593 of 2017 as safety-sensitive. Employees in this position are subject to random drug screening, and the use of performance-altering substances is prohibited and may result in termination.

Equal Opportunity Employer Staley Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.