Electrical Apprentice

Zachry Group; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking an electrical tradesperson for on-site work in Freeport, TX. The role involves installing, maintaining and upgrading electrical systems, wiring and equipment on industrial sites, with adherence to safety rules and project guidelines.

You will read blueprints, interpret diagrams, and use conduit, electrical meters and test equipment to ensure proper operation. Overtime and climbing at heights may be required.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret prints, drawings, schematics and plans.
• Knowledge of Industrial Electrician hand tools, power tools and layout tools.
• Must be able to meet all physical demands and pre-employment conditions.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days a week as needed.
• Must be able to work at heights and be able to climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms.

Responsibilities

• Maintains wiring and control equipment through which electricity flows.
• Maintains electrical equipment and machines.
• Fixes, repairs and upgrades electrical systems and components such as circuit breakers, fuses, switches, wire, motors, transformers, generators and tools.
• Adheres to state and local building/electrical codes.
• Uses hand and power tools to install and service electrical systems.
• Tests connections and ensure capability using ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters and harmonics testers.

Skills

Read and interpret prints

Interpret drawings and schematics

Industrial electrician tools

Power and layout tools

Physical stamina

Work at heights

Reliable transportation

Tools

Conduit benders

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Knives

Hacksaws

Wire strippers

Drills

Saws

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to read and interpret prints, drawings, schematics and plans
• Knowledge of Industrial Electrician hand tools, power tools and layout tools
• Must be able to meet all physical demands and pre-employment conditions
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days a week as needed
• Must be able to work at heights and be able to climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms.
• Examines blue prints, sketches, diagrams, building plans and specifications to determine locations of circuits, outlets, load centers, panel boards, wires, components and other equipment
• Inspects, examines, selects and gathers materials and tools to ensure proper operation
• Inspects all designated work areas for hazards and obstructions
• Maintain the wiring and control equipment through which electricity flows
• Maintain electrical equipment and machines
• Maintain, fix, repair and upgrade existing electrical systems and components such as circuit breakers, fuses, switches, wire, motors, transformers, generators and tools.
• Adheres to state and local building/electrical codes
• Uses hand and power tools such as conduit benders, screwdrivers, pliers, knives, hacksaws, wire strippers, drills and saws
• Uses equipment to test connections and ensure capability such as ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters and harmonics testers
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Follows direction from supervisor
• Performs other duties as required

CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES REQUIRED*

OTHER POSITION OR SITE REQUIREMENTS

• Must have basic knowledge of electrical construction processes.
• Must be able to follow instructions correctly.
• Must be able to make it to work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed.

Job Specific Requirements

DOES THIS POSITION REQUIRE A COMPUTER?*

No

BACKGROUND CHECK*

YES

REQUIREMENTS MEDICAL*

Drug Screen

SAFETY/ORIENTATION/TRAINING*

Site Specific

ZACHRYis dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environmentand is anEqual Opportunity Employer.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 15381
• Job Category Electrical
• Posting Date 08/20/2026, 03:56 PM
• Locations 602 Copper Rd, Freeport, TX, 77541, US