Apprentice Electrician

Skillit; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan participation

Paid time off

Paid holidays

OT opportunities

Travel reimbursement

Tool allowance

Job summary

Skillit is seeking an Apprentice Electrician to join the Richmond, VA commercial electrical team. You will work on construction sites, assisting experienced electricians with installation, maintenance, and repair of low- and high-voltage systems, while learning the trade on the job.

You will follow safety protocols, use hand and power tools, read electrical drawings, and gain hands-on experience under mentorship.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of electrical experience or equivalent hands-on training in commercial settings.
• Familiarity with low- and high-voltage systems and basic electrical theory.
• Ability to read basic electrical drawings and schematics.
• OSHA 10 or equivalent site safety training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of low- and high-voltage circuits on commercial sites.
• Help assemble and install enclosures, conduit, panels, wiring and system components.
• Use meters and test equipment to troubleshoot and verify work.
• Follow safety protocols and keep work areas organized; report issues to lead electricians.

Skills

Electrical work

High/low voltage

Reading drawings

OSHA 10

Tools

Ohmmeters

Volmeters

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

About this roleJoin a commercial electrical team in Richmond, VA as an Apprentice Electrician. You'll work on construction sites assisting experienced electricians with installation, maintenance and repair of low- and high-voltage systems in commercial buildings. This role is hands-on and built for someone who wants to learn on the job and advance their electrical trade skills. You will follow site safety protocols, use hand and power tools, operate meters, and perform routine inspections to keep systems running safely. Ideal candidates have at least one year of electrical experience, a strong work ethic, and a readiness to follow direction and grow under mentorship.What you'll doAssist with installation, maintenance and repair of low- and high-voltage electrical circuits and components on commercial sites.Help assemble and install electrical enclosures, conduit, panels, wiring and other system components.Use hand tools, power tools, ohmmeters and voltmeters to troubleshoot, test and verify electrical work.Perform routine inspections, verify work meets commercial codes, and report issues to lead electricians or supervisors.Follow site safety protocols, participate in toolbox talks, and maintain clean, organized work areas and basic job documentation.What we're looking forAt least 1 year of electrical work experience or equivalent hands-on experience in commercial settings.Familiarity with low- and high-voltage systems, basic electrical theory and commercial electrical codes.Comfort using hand tools, power tools, ohmmeters, voltmeters and other test equipment.Ability to work on construction sites, follow safety protocols, and take direction from lead electricians.Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check and drug screen.QualificationsValid driver's license (required)Pass background check and drug screen (required)English proficiency for on-site communication and documentationMinimum 1 year of electrical experience or equivalent hands-on trainingComfortable working with low- and high-voltage systems and reading basic electrical drawingsOSHA 10 or equivalent site safety training (preferred)What we offerPaid on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced electricians to support career growth.Health insurance options and retirement plan participation.Paid time off and paid holidays.Overtime opportunities and project-based hours for consistent work.Mileage or travel reimbursement and a basic tool allowance or tool support.Ready to apply?Build your profile. Sam gets you in front of contractors hiring for your trade.