Apprentice Electrician

Comfort Systems USA Shoffner; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Paid time off

401(k) Plan with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA Shoffner is seeking an Apprentice Electrician in Knoxville, TN. This position combines classroom learning with hands-on experience, offering a pathway to becoming a skilled professional in electrical systems.

You will be responsible for installing and testing electrical systems in commercial construction projects. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and more. Prior experience is not necessary, but a valid high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• No prior construction experience required.
• Must maintain a drug-free workplace.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, connect, and test electrical systems in commercial projects.
• Pull insulated wires or cables through conduit.
• Attend weekly Apprenticeship classes.

Skills

Punctual and reliable

Basic tape measure math

Teamwork

Fine motor control

Good vision and hand-eye coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

An Apprentice Electrician is becoming a skilled professional with both classroom learning and on-the-job training (OJT). You gain everything you need for career success. You’ll create with your hands, working outdoors in different environments, and tell your family and friends “I helped build that”. Do you have Apprentice credits from somewhere else? They might transfer to our certified NCCER program. Military Veterans encouraged to apply! Our Apprentice school qualifies for the GI Bill!

Benefits

• Two Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Plans (non-tobacco) at no cost to you!
• Company paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability.
• Other benefits include Vision, Dental, and optional insurance coverage.
• 7 paid holidays every year.
• Boot and Clothing allowance after 90 days.
• Paid time off (PTO) – start accruing hours on Day 1.
• 401(k) Plan with company match!
• Company-paid life insurance & so much more.

Main Tasks

To work safely no matter what. Safety is our highest priority.

• Install, connect, and test electrical systems in large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Place conduit inside partitions, walls, and other concealed areas.
• Pull insulated wires or cables through conduit to complete circuits.
• Use testing equipment to check circuits for proper connection.
• Ensure electrical stability and safety of all components.
• Attend weekly Apprenticeship classes.

Experience or Certification Needed

• No prior construction experience required.
• A High School diploma or GED is required.
• Keep it a Drug-free Workplace.
• Be punctual and reliable.
• Work as a team.
• Do Basic "Tape measure math".
• Work in extremes of heat, cold and bad weather, indoors and outdoors.
• Stand and walk throughout the workday, and lift/carry up to 60 lbs.
• Work efficiently in confined spaces.
• Work reaching above shoulders, crawling, squatting, kneeling, bending.
• Exercise fine motor control, with good vision and excellent hand-eye coordination.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Comfort Systems USA Shoffner is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.