Electrical Apprentice: Hands-On Field Wiring & Testing

M.C. Dean; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean is hosting an in-person Electrician Apprentice hiring event at Holiday Inn Washington Dulles International Airport, 45425 Holiday Dr, Sterling, VA 20166. Date & Time: Thursday, 8/27/26 from 8:00am - 12:00pm.

The role focuses on assisting in installation of electrical equipment according to plans, specifications and codes. Responsibilities include wiring installation, mounting controls and components, testing systems, diagnosing issues, and reading contract drawings.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 0+ months of experience.
• Reliable Transportation
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug test
• Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record.
• Possibility for mandatory overtime, which may fluctuate and include night and weekend work.
• Other duties as assigned, such as composite cleanup: removing, disposing and recycling of composite materials.

Responsibilities

• Assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, conduit, cable, equipment, components and devices associated with electrical equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
• Installing and mounting electronic controls, device, panels, sensors, and components.
• Performing interlock wiring as required.
• Testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices. Inspecting installation sites and studying work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
• Diagnosing malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Reading contract drawings.
• Trouble shooting EMS systems, smart breakers, and relays.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Background check

Drug test

Driver's license

Overtime possible

Other duties as assigned

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

M.C. Dean is hosting an in-person Electrician Apprentice hiring event at Holiday Inn Washington Dulles International Airport, 45425 Holiday Dr, Sterling, VA 20166. Date & Time: Thursday, 8/27/26 from 8:00am - 12:00pm.

The role focuses on assisting in installation of electrical equipment according to plans, specifications and codes. Responsibilities include wiring installation, mounting controls and components, testing systems, diagnosing issues, and reading contract drawings.