Electrical Apprentice (A3): Mentoring, Complex Installations

ALBD Electric & Cable; La Habra (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay: $24-$27

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K with 4% match

Holiday Pay

California Sick Pay

Job summary

An intermediate apprentice at ALBD Electric & Cable will independently handle many common commercial electrical installations with limited supervision. The role leverages stronger electrical theory, code knowledge, blueprint reading, troubleshooting, material planning, and coordination skills to support project delivery.

Applicants should demonstrate A1/A2 competencies, ability to read floor plans and diagrams, and a drive to develop lower-level apprentices while contributing to diverse

Qualifications

• Demonstrated A1/A2 competencies.
• Working knowledge of NEC requirements and ability to navigate common code topics.
• Ability to read floor plans, panel schedules, details, risers, and basic oneline diagrams.
• Advancement target: strong independent execution, troubleshooting, planning, communication, and development of lowerlevel apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Installation: Layout and install common commercial branchcircuit raceway systems and conductors from electrical drawings.
• Electrical Calculations: Apply Ohm’s Law and working knowledge of conductor sizing, ampacity, raceway fill, voltagedrop concepts, and adjustment/correction considerations.
• Systems Knowledge: Demonstrate working knowledge of grounding/bonding and single and threephase electrical systems.
• Troubleshooting: Use a systematic process to troubleshoot common branchcircuit and installation issues using appropriate test equipment within training and authorization.
• Planning & Coordination: Plan daily work, determine basic material requirements, coordinate assigned installations with other trades, and identify conflicts early.
• Development: Assist in training A0 through A2 apprentices and demonstrate ownership of assigned work areas

Skills

Reading blueprints

Electrical theory

Code knowledge (NEC)

Troubleshooting

Material planning

Coordination with trades

Education

A1/A2 competencies

Tools

Panel schedules

Job description

An intermediate apprentice at ALBD Electric & Cable will independently handle many common commercial electrical installations with limited supervision. The role leverages stronger electrical theory, code knowledge, blueprint reading, troubleshooting, material planning, and coordination skills to support project delivery.

Applicants should demonstrate A1/A2 competencies, ability to read floor plans and diagrams, and a drive to develop lower-level apprentices while contributing to diverse