Electrical Apprentice: Path to Journeyman Electrician

City of Battle Creek, Michigan; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

457 through Mission Square with match

PTO package

13 paid holidays

Employer-paid life insurance

Dental – 100% employer-paid

Job summary

The City of Battle Creek is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to support the WWTP Maintenance apprenticeship program, progressing toward Journeyman status. You will install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment under supervision and complete required hours over five years.

This full-time role offers hands-on training for electrical systems up to 8.3kV, with a clear path to certification and a comprehensive benefits package as part of City service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Willingness to complete the City of Battle Creek Apprenticeship program over five years.
• Valid driver’s license in Michigan with a DOT Medical Card upon hire.
• Pass State of Michigan Journeyman test after apprenticeship to become Journeyman.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair a wide variety of electrical equipment and devices.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems.
• Design simple electrical circuits.
• Maintain records and prepare written reports and recommendations on electrical equipment and controls.
• Soldering and electronic assembly of components.
• Layout, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install conduit.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

Electrical installation

Soldering

Reading schematics

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The City of Battle Creek is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to support the WWTP Maintenance apprenticeship program, progressing toward Journeyman status. You will install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment under supervision and complete required hours over five years.

This full-time role offers hands-on training for electrical systems up to 8.3kV, with a clear path to certification and a comprehensive benefits package as part of City service.