Apprentice Electrician

Kelso Industries; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelso Industries is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to learn on-the-job under supervision. The role supports electrical installation and maintenance work, contributing to quality and safety on site.

Participants will gain hands-on training in wiring, layout, and equipment handling while adhering to safety and procedural standards. This hourly apprenticeship fosters skill development and dependable service across projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and a commitment to apprenticeship education.
• Basic electrical and hand tool knowledge, with skills appropriate to your experience.
• Dependability, punctuality, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work with a team, adapt to changing job conditions, and complete neat, quality work.
• Willingness to follow company and customer safety requirements and complete required site training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installing raceways, pulling wire, mounting equipment, and finishing outlets and lighting.
• Support job preparation, trenching, material organization, and cleanup.
• Follow safety procedures and complete required paperwork on time.
• Read installation plans and assist with layout and material planning as your skills develop.
• Use and care for tools, vehicles, and equipment responsibly.
• Communicate with your crew, follow instructions, and help keep projects on schedule.
• As experience allows, help organize assigned tasks and mentor other apprentices under lead personnel's direction.

Skills

Basic electrical knowledge

Hand tool knowledge

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical hand tools

Job description

Together We Build - Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Electrical Apprentice

Hourly position | Reports to Lead Foreman

Join Blackwell Electric as an Electrical Apprentice and build your skills while supporting electrical installation and maintenance work. You will work under the direct supervision of an electrician and the direction of lead personnel, contributing to quality work, safe job sites, and dependable service.

What You Will Do

• Assist with installing raceways, pulling wire, mounting equipment, and finishing outlets and lighting.
• Support job preparation, trenching, material organization, and cleanup.
• Follow safety procedures and complete required paperwork on time.
• Read installation plans and assist with layout and material planning as your skills develop.
• Use and care for tools, vehicles, and equipment responsibly.
• Communicate with your crew, follow instructions, and help keep projects on schedule.
• As experience allows, help organize assigned tasks and mentor other apprentices under lead personnel's direction.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent and a commitment to apprenticeship education.
• Basic electrical and hand tool knowledge, with skills appropriate to your experience.
• Dependability, punctuality, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work with a team, adapt to changing job conditions, and complete neat, quality work.
• Willingness to follow company and customer safety requirements and complete required site training.

Preferred Experience

Blueprint reading, familiarity with the National Electrical Code, electrical installation or industrial maintenance, and equipment repair or fabrication experience are helpful.

Physical Requirements And Work Conditions

Work includes lifting up to 70 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, overhead work, and climbing ladders. Job sites may involve heights, lifts, uneven ground, outdoor weather, dust, noise, and electrical or other site hazards. Extended travel time and long hours may be required.

Our Values

Accountability, reliability, integrity, safety, and communication guide how we work with our customers and each other.

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here You Will Experience

• Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
• Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
• Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business