Electrical Apprentice

CarolinaPower; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaPower is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to support Electricians in performing electrical tasks, including pulling cable, installing devices, repairing equipment, and reading blueprints. The apprentice will enroll in a 4-year DOL Registered Apprenticeship Program and may travel as needed, with pay dependent on experience.

Under supervision, you will assist with material handling, installations, and safe work practices, while progressing through OJL and classroom components of the

Qualifications

• Requires enrollment in a 4-year DOL Registered Apprenticeship Program.
• Some travel will be required.
• Pay is dependent on experience.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, maps and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist Journeyman Electrician under supervision.
• Identify and eliminate hazardous conditions on site.
• Maintain a safe, neat, and orderly job site.
• Handle and stage materials, equipment and tools.
• Assist with layout, wire pulls and installation.
• Possibly operate heavy equipment.
• Assist with cable tray installations, device installations, and lighting connections.
• Receive on-the-job learning (OJL) during apprenticeship.
• Attend classes and progress toward program completion.
• Wear PPE and operate hand and power tools safely.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Tool + equipment handling

Travel flexibility

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Electrical Apprentices assist Electricians in the performance of electrical tasks such as pulling cable, installing devices, repairing electrical equipment, and reading blueprints. This position requires the apprentice to enroll in a 4-year Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship Program. Some travel will be required. Pay is dependent on experience.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Works under the direct supervision of a Journeyman Electrician and must be able to demonstrate safe work habits and proper care of tools and equipment. Assists with materials handling, installation of materials, devices and equipment
• Specific tasks include:
  • Identify and eliminate hazardous conditions at the job site
  • Maintain the job site in a safe, neat and orderly condition
  • Handle and stage materials, equipment and tools
  • Assist with layout, wire pulls and installation
  • May be required to operate heavy equipment
  • Assist with cable tray installations, device installations, and lighting connections
  • Receive On-the-job learning (OJL) as part of the apprenticeship program
  • Attend class & make satisfactory progress with apprenticeship program completion
  • Safely operate hand and power tools
  • Possess the ability to read and interpret instructions, maps, & manuals
  • Positive safety attitude and personal integrity
  • Legally operate company vehicles and equipment

Working Conditions

• Job requires working in all elements (rain, snow, heat, etc.)
• Must keep work tools with them at all times (work belt, bag, etc.)
• Use all types of ladders including step ladders up to 14'feet, "A" Frame and all size extension ladders and relocate a 12' ladder by one's self
• Perform work at various heights, up to 90' from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, and cat walks and be able to work in restricted areas
• Wear protective personal equipment (PPE)

About Us

CarolinaPower serves the electrical construction & service needs of residential, industrial, institutional, and commercial communities throughout the United States. We believe that the health and safety of people is valued above all and that accidents and injuries are preventable. CarolinaPower is an employee-owned company that embraces the principles of Servant Leadership and is on a journey towards creating a Zero Accident safety culture. We are committed to empowering, educating and growing its employees through engagement, satisfaction, and by following the "Golden Rule".

CarolinaPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.