Electrical Apprentice I: Hands-On Wiring & Installations

Jobtailor; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Metairie, LA seeks an Electrical Apprentice to support licensed electricians with installations, wiring tasks, and safety-compliant work in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist with conduit mounting, wire pulling, and trench digging while attending apprenticeship classes and maintaining good grades. A valid license and reliable transportation are required for site travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must enroll in approved Apprenticeship Program.
• Must be enrolled in an Apprenticeship Schooling.
• Ability to quickly learn hand conduit bending.
• Ability to use two-handed tools and equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation.
• Ability to operate a platform lift.
• Basic math ability.
• Ability to understand verbal instructions and heed warnings.
• Attend Apprenticeship Classes and maintain good grades.

Responsibilities

• Assist electricians with installations, alterations, additions, and repairs to electrical systems, conductors, materials, and equipment.
• Perform assigned tasks and material handling under the direct supervision of an electrician.
• Keep materials, tools, and equipment orderly and maintain a clean work area.
• Comply with company and job safety requirements, including OSHA requirements.
• Report to assigned job sites on time.
• Properly store and safely handle tools, equipment, and materials.
• Assist with wire pulls.
• Mount and install conduit, wires, and strapping as directed.
• Identify wire and conductor colors accurately.
• Read labels, job site maps, directions, instruction manuals, and written instructions.
• Dig trenches using hand tools.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Detail-Oriented

Multitasking

Conduit Bending

Machinery Operation

Power Tools

Basic Math

Wire Identification

Reading Maps/Instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprenticeship Program Enrollment

Apprenticeship Schooling Entry Criteria

Tools

Cable Cutters

Hammer Drills

Compression Tools

Jack Hammers

Platform Lift

Job description

Jobtailor in Metairie, LA seeks an Electrical Apprentice to support licensed electricians with installations, wiring tasks, and safety-compliant work in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist with conduit mounting, wire pulling, and trench digging while attending apprenticeship classes and maintaining good grades. A valid license and reliable transportation are required for site travel.