Apprentice Electrician - Field Growth, Per Diem

Interstates Companies; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Discount Perk Program

Per Diem/Travel Pay or FAVR Program

Family & safety culture

Company Sponsored Holiday Events

Company Issued Cordless Milwaukee Tool

Job summary

Interstates is hiring an Apprentice Electrician to support electrical, controls, and automation projects in the Omaha area. You will learn under journeyman electricians, assist with wiring, conduit, and equipment installation, and contribute to safety-focused job sites.

Candidates should be enrolled in a DOL-approved Electrical Apprenticeship Program or pursuing an AS degree/certificate in electrical technology, with relocation flexibility within the region.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a DOL-approved Electrical Apprenticeship; AS degree or certificate in related field with 2025/2026 graduation.
• Willingness to travel around Omaha, NE within a 200‑mile radius; valid driver’s license.
• Commitment to safety and working in construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and bend conduit using a tape measure and appropriate power/hand tools.
• Operate power tools such as drills, saws, pullers, tuggers.
• Install conductors in race way and cable tray using manual and power equipment.
• Assist in lifting, positioning, and fastening objects, such as wiring, conduit, and motors.
• Perform minor repairs, such as replacing fuses, light sockets, bulbs, and switches.
• Disassemble defective electrical equipment, such as motors, using appropriate power/hand tools.
• Load, transport, unload, and furnish Journeyman and Foreman Electricians with materials, equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Use ladders, scaffolding, scissor and boom lifts.
• Perform housekeeping duties, as required.
• Other duties as assigned by field leaders.

Skills

Conduit bending

Tool handling

Wiring knowledge

Education

DOL-approved Electrical Apprenticeship Program

AS degree or Certificate in Electrical Technology / Electrical Construction / Instrumentation

Tools

Power tools

Drills

Ladders

Scaffolding

Scissor/boom lifts

Job description

Interstates is hiring an Apprentice Electrician to support electrical, controls, and automation projects in the Omaha area. You will learn under journeyman electricians, assist with wiring, conduit, and equipment installation, and contribute to safety-focused job sites.

Candidates should be enrolled in a DOL-approved Electrical Apprenticeship Program or pursuing an AS degree/certificate in electrical technology, with relocation flexibility within the region.