Electrical Apprentice

ACS Manufacturing, INC; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

ACS Manufacturing, INC is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to assist in installing electrical components in equipment. The role involves working under supervision, performing various installation and assembly tasks, while adhering to safety standards.

The position requires a high school diploma and offers full-time hours with benefits including health and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Applicants should possess basic knowledge of electrical tools and materials, along with effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience on commercial or industrial electrical projects.
• Electrical apprentice license preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of electrical materials needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assembly, installation, wiring, and testing of electrical equipment.
• Follow safety standards during work.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area.

Skills

Electrical hand tool knowledge

Basic math skills

Basic safety knowledge

Ability to read a tape measure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal electrical tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Electrical Apprentice helps install electrical components within equipment enclosures. Works under the supervision of electricians.

Job Responsibilities/Duties

• Assist with assembly, installation, wiring, and testing of electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of basic electrical materials (c‑boxes, conduit, fittings, wire size, and fasteners).
• Help connect wiring and equipment as per code and job specifications.
• Perform conduit bending, pulling wire, and hanging.
• Assist with installing light fixtures and switches.
• Have a good working knowledge of hand tools.
• Communicate effectively and demonstrate good listening skills.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area.
• Obey the safety standards of ACS and follow local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform any other tasks that may arise at any time.

Work Environment & Physical Demand

• May stand for long periods of up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively, and perform frequent twisting and bending to meet fast‑paced work demands.
• Work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights (ladders, skyjacks, and top of enclosures) and extreme temperatures, inside or outside. Position requires exposure to dust and dirt.
• Follow safety standards when working with multiple services, tools, and equipment.

Electrical Apprentice I Minimum Requirements/Experience

• Basic safety knowledge.
• Basic math skills and ability to read a tape measure.
• Electrical hand tool knowledge and use.
• Basic knowledge of electrical materials (boxes, conduit, fittings, fasteners, wire, and devices).
• Ability to bend conduit (3/4” and 1/2”).

Electrical Apprentice II Minimum Requirements/Experience

• Electrical theory one knowledge (voltage, amperage, grounding, and wire size).
• Basic applied trade math knowledge.
• Ability to read basic electrical blueprint symbols (plug, switch, and lights).
• Knowledge of electrical terms and definitions.
• Ability to terminate devices correctly (plugs, switches, lights, and joints).
• Ability to bend conduit (1/2” to 1”).

Electrical Apprentice III Minimum Requirements/Experience

• Electrical theory two knowledge (voltages, 1/0‑1 phase, 3/0‑3 phase, and XMFR’s).
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Basic NEC electrical code knowledge.
• Overcurrent protection devices knowledge (breakers, fuses, disconnects, and panels).Ability to terminate and phase electrical equipment (panels, breakers, and disconnects).
• Ability to bend conduit (1/2” to 1‑1/4”).

Electrical Apprentice IV Minimum Requirements/Experience

• Electrical theory three knowledge (conductor ampacity, nominal voltages 120/208 & 277/480, XMFR’s, grounding & bonding applications, and voltage calculations).
• Electrical code and installation knowledge.
• Able to identify electrical 1‑line equipment distribution diagrams.
• Able to read, interpret, and execute blueprint drawings (branch circuit routing of power and lighting circuits).
• Knowledge of lighting systems, basic fire alarm, voice & data.
• Ability to bend conduit (1/2” to 4”).

Other Minimum Requirements/Experience

• Must have at least 1 year of experience on commercial or industrial electrical projects.
• Must have own tools.
• Must pass a drug screen and background check for employment.

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Electrical apprentice license preferred but not required.

Job Type

Full‑time

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift Availability

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location

In person

Management

Management may override electrical apprentice level.