Apprentice

Helix Electric; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Helix Electric is seeking an Apprentice Electrician in Washington, DC to join a production-driven team performing electrical installations and troubleshooting. The successful candidate will assist with installation, wiring, and reading blueprints, while maintaining safety and quality on site.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, working in commercial, industrial, and large multi-family settings, with a strong focus on delivering safe projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• Apprentice electrician role with interest in electrical work.
• Ability to read diagrams and follow specifications.
• Commitment to safety protocols and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical installations in commercial/industrial settings.
• Prepares work area and equipment for installation.
• Install or assist with electrical components per specs.
• Connect wiring and equipment according to code and plans.
• Operate tools and read blueprints with supervision.
• Maintain safe, organized workspaces and document work.

Skills

Electrical installations

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Job description

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• Posted on August 20, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

Washington, DC 20001, USA

• Field Craft
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: APPRE007974

Description

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation's largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.

To better support complex projects, Helix Electric has need for a dynamic Apprentice Electrician. The successful apprentice electrician will be part of a production driven team, performing electrical installations and troubleshooting.

DUTIES & SCOPE:

• Responsible for assisting or completing assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial, industrial and large multi-family settings.
• Prepares work area for installation of equipment.
• Installs or assists with installation of electrical components.
• Connects wiring and equipment as per code and job specification.
• Operates equipment only if trained and certified to operate. (Note: Powder activated tools, and JLG lifts and other operations that may require certification and training before operating).
• Sets up and operates tools such as hydraulic benders, power threaders, power pullers and cable vacuum systems.
• Learn or be able to read blueprints and electrical drawings and install as specified.
• Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances per drawings or plans.
• Secure and lock up equipment after use.
• A proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
• Learning and using excellent working knowledge of the Building Codes.
• Learning and using strong communication and interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves always), respirator when required.
• Able to work 8-10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime, and night shifts as required.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, able to routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds and pushing and pulling of objects is required.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

The starting hourly base pay for this role is between USD $20.00 and $42.50 per hour/annually. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following

• Medical Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
• Tax Savings Accounts - FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
• Tuition Reimbursement

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