Commercial Electrical Apprentice

The Contractor Consultants; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid training programs

Per diem for travel projects

Team events

Job summary

D&L Electric Company, Inc is hiring an Apprentice Electrician for commercial power and controls installation in Houston, TX. You will work alongside Journeymen and Foremen to gain hands-on field experience and learn NEC standards.

As a family-owned contractor, the role offers a clear career path with long-term growth, competitive hourly pay, overtime potential, weekly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Apprentice Electrician License.
• Valid driver’s license with dependable transportation.
• Possession of basic personal hand tools required for everyday electrical trade work.
• Physical ability to work from ladders and MEWPs at elevated heights.

Responsibilities

• Install underground PVC conduit per NEC guidelines.
• Measure, bend, and run EMT conduit with basic fittings.
• Route, push, and pull fish tapes and wire feeders across circuits from #12 AWG to 750 KCMIL.
• Install commercial devices, switches, receptacles, and low‑voltage lighting controls.
• Terminate power equipment including main panels, dry‑type transformers, and disconnects.
• Support work at height on ladders and MEWPs up to 40 feet or higher.

Education

Apprentice Electrician License

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Commercial Electrical Apprentice – Power & Controls Installation

• Company: D&L Electric Company, Inc
• Salary/Pay Rate: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
• Location: Houston, TX
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial Electrical & Controls
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Apprentice Electrician License, Valid Driver's License

Commercial Electrical Apprentice – Power & Controls Installation

Job Overview

• Company: D&L Electric Company, Inc
• Salary/Pay Rate: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
• Location: Houston, TX
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial Electrical & Controls
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Apprentice Electrician License, Valid Driver's License

The Opportunity

As an Apprentice Electrician at D&L Electric Company, Inc, you will gain hands‑on commercial field experience while working directly alongside experienced Journeymen and Foremen across Houston. You will sharpen your technical craft, learn to execute installations strictly to NEC standards, and build a rewarding career path with a family‑owned contractor that invests in your long‑term growth and treats you like family.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Install underground PVC conduit (), handling trenching, backfilling, and tamping according to NEC guidelines.
• Measure, bend, and run EMT conduit proficiently ( for custom bends, offsets, and saddles; with pre‑manufactured fittings).
• Route, push, and pull fish tapes and wire feeders across circuits ranging from #12 AWG up to 750 KCMIL.
• Install commercial devices, switches, standard receptacles, and low‑voltage lighting control components.
• Properly terminate power equipment, including main panels, dry‑type transformers, and disconnect switches.
• Support high‑elevation work on ladders and Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) up to 40 feet or higher.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Active Texas Apprentice Electrician License.
• Valid Driver's License with dependable transportation.
• Possession of basic personal hand tools required for everyday electrical trade work.
• Physical ability to work comfortably from step/extension ladders and MEWPs at elevated heights ().

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 3 years of hands‑on experience in commercial or industrial electrical installation.
• Demonstrated foundational knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and EMT bending.
• Driven, punctual, dedicated, and eager to advance toward Journeyman licensure.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay rate of $25.00 to $32.00 per hour with overtime potential.
• Weekly pay cycle and annual bonus opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with employer matching.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Full paid time off benefits covering holidays, and vacation.
• Paid training programs, apprenticeship support, and direct mentor training.
• Safety equipment provided (helmets, gloves, high‑visibility gear) alongside per diem for travel projects.
• Company‑sponsored team events and a family‑first corporate culture.

About Us

D&L Electric Company, Inc is a premier family‑owned electrical contractor specializing in commercial electrical and control systems. We treat every team member like family, prioritizing worker safety and career growth without treating anyone like a number in a machine.

D&L Electric Company, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.