Apprentice Electrician (E4)

GDC Industrial, Inc.; Sherman (TX); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

GDC Industrial, Inc. in Sherman, TX, is seeking an Apprentice Electrician (E4) to perform advanced apprentice-level electrical installation tasks under limited supervision.

The role requires strong NEC knowledge, safety awareness, and the ability to progress toward Journeyman status as the apprenticeship completes. The position is full-time on site, offering a starting pay range of $23–$27 per hour, depending on experience, with OSHA 30 and related safety training valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Advanced standing in an approved electrical apprenticeship program.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and NEC applications.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate reliability and leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and work from electrical drawings, layouts, and specifications.
• Install, support, and route conduit systems.
• Pull, identify, dress, and terminate conductors and control wiring.
• Assist with installation and termination of panels, MCCs, transformers, and equipment.
• Perform basic testing and troubleshooting under supervision.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings.

Skills

Independent work

NEC knowledge

Reliability

Leadership potential

Education

High school diploma or GED

Advanced standing in electrical apprenticeship

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

Department: Field - Electrical

City/State: Sherman, Texas

Type: Full Time

Relocation:

Contact Name: Cody Burge

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Date Posted: Aug 4, 2026

Job Description: Apprentice Electrician (E4)

Pay Range: $23- $27

Position Summary

The Apprentice Electrician (E4) performs advanced apprentice-level electrical installation and support tasks with limited supervision while completing the final stages of an approved apprenticeship program. This role requires strong technical skills, increased independence, anda high levelof safety and quality awareness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and work from electrical drawings, layouts, and specifications
• Install, support, and route complex conduit systems
• Pull,identify, dress, andterminateconductors and control wiring
• Assistwith installation and termination of panels, MCCs, transformers, and equipment
• Perform basic testing and troubleshooting under supervision
• Identifymaterial, layout, or drawing conflicts and communicate them to supervision
• Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently
• Participate in job hazard analyses (JHAs), permits, and lockout/tagout procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training
• Identifyand report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Support journeymen, lead electricians, andforemenwith task planning and execution
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GEDrequired
• Advanced standing in an approved electrical apprenticeship program
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and NEC applications
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while knowing when to seek guidance
• Demonstrated reliability, quality workmanship, and leadership potential

Required Certifications and Training

• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety (preferred orrequiredper company policy)
• Jobsite-specific safety orientation
• First Aid / CPR (preferred)
• Apprentice classroom training (Year 3–4 or equivalent)
• Equipment- or site-specific training asrequired

Tools & Equipment

• Must provide andmaintaintheir own basic hand tools customary to the electrical trade
• All hand tools must be in safe working condition andcomply withcompany and jobsite safety requirements

Experience

• 3 to 4+ years of electrical or construction-related experience
• Successful completion of prior apprentice-level training and evaluations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work overhead for extended periods
• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, and elevated work platforms
• Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, or confined environments
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, FR clothing, and fall protection
• Industrial and commercial construction jobsites
• Exposure to energized systems (under supervision), moving machinery, and varying weather conditions
• Work hours may include nights, weekends, and overtime asrequired

Supervision

• Works under limited supervision of a licensed Journeyman Electrician, Lead Electrician, or Foreman

Safety Expectations

• Comply withall company and site safety policies and procedures
• Actively lead by example in safety meetings and JHAs
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions exist
• Demonstrate accountability for safe work practices and hazard awareness

Successful performance in this role prepares the employee for transition to Journeyman Electrician status based on completion of apprenticeship requirements,demonstratedcompetency, safety performance, and company needs.

1320 N Hillcrest Dr N
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482