Apprentice Electrician E2 - E5

International Executive Service Corps; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Apprentice Electricians to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will work under the guidance of skilled Journeyman electricians, assisting in the installation and repair of electrical systems in commercial environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to various projects. Ideal candidates will have an active Texas Apprentice License and at least one year of relevant experience. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and work in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must have an active Texas Apprentice License through TDLR.
• At least 1 year of experience in the E2 classification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in securing and organizing materials and tools.
• Maintain a clean work area and dispose of excess materials.
• Support senior personnel in electrical installations.

Skills

Identifying wire colors

Performing conduit bends

Using power tools

Operating hand tools

Reading maps and manuals

Troubleshooting electrical circuits

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

We are currently taking applications for experienced Apprentice Electricians with ratings from E2 to E5. As an Apprentice Electrician, you will work under the guidance of a Journeyman electrician assisting in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of electrical systems on commercial work sites.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Apprentice License: Must have an active Texas Apprentice License through TDLR.
• Licenses/ID: Current Driver’s License and/or State ID.
• Education: High School Graduate, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in the E2 classification.
• Tools: Must have basic hand tools of the trade.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in securing, relocating, and organizing materials, small tools, and equipment.
• Keep work area clean by disposing of scrap and excess materials.
• Maintain materials and tools in an organized manner.
• Assist in pulling wire, lifting, hoisting, and positioning materials.
• Operate less complicated hand tools and equipment under supervision.
• Digs trenches using hand tools.
• Assist in mounting and strapping.
• Support more senior personnel in electrical installations under supervision.
• Perform other project-related duties as instructed.
• Meet attendance standards and follow notification procedures.
• Note: Do not work on energized circuits or equipment.

MINIMUM SKILLS PER RATING:

E1 – Minimum Skills:

• Identify wire colors.
• Perform 90-degree conduit bends with hand benders.
• Use power tools, saws, threaders, and knockout punches.
• Operate hand tools and equipment like cable cutters and hammer drills.
• Dig trenches manually or with power equipment.
• Perform wire pulls.
• Read maps, manuals, specifications, and instructions.

E2 – Skills of E1 plus:

• Perform off-set conduit bends.
• Explain markings on hand bender heads.
• Know wire pulling procedures.
• Understand tools and materials.
• Perform wall and fixture rough-ins.
• Identify correct caps/connectors for wire gauges.
• Work from mechanical lifts.

E3 – Skills of E2/E1 plus:

• Perform 3-point saddle and back-to-back conduit bends.
• Terminate junction boxes.
• Install conduit branches and feeders.
• Make fixture connections.
• Underground rough-ins and methods.
• Operate trenchers, backhoes, wire tuggers, hydraulic benders, and lift trucks safely.
• Read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Operate mechanical lifts.

E4 – Skills of E3/E2/E1 plus:

• Perform 4-point saddle and kick conduit bends.
• Basic blueprint reading.
• Layout from sketches.
• Panel terminations.
• Size conduit and boxes.
• Underground layout and rough-in.

E5 – Skills of E4/E3/E2/E1 plus:

• Layout work and material prep.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and systems.
• Underground layout and rough-in.
• Determine wire and conduit sizing.
• Install bus feeders and switchgear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This role operates in a client project environment with exposure to employees, subcontractors, and trades.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, handle materials, reach, and manipulate objects up to 50 lbs.
• Access points in various climates and environments.
• Ability to visualize objects in 2D and 3D, read blueprints, and solve spatial problems.
• Use ladders, stairs, and perform bending and reaching activities frequently.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change at any time without notice.