Electrical Technician

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Austin, TX is seeking an entry-level Electrician Assistant to support licensed electricians by preparing materials, tools, and work areas for daily tasks.

You will learn to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems under supervision, complete basic wiring and conduit work, and follow safety protocols. This role includes on-the-job and classroom training to develop essential trade skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred; OSHA 10 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Learns to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems under direct supervision.
• Follows detailed instructions to complete basic wiring, conduit installation, and equipment setup.
• Observes and practices safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
• Documents completed tasks and materials used to assist with project tracking, and communicates progress and questions to crew members to facilitate learning and project coordination.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of job sites and workspaces.
• Participates in structured on-the-job and classroom training to develop trade skills and understanding of construction process.

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Supports licensed electricians by preparing materials, tools, and work areas for daily tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Learns to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems under direct supervision.
• Follows detailed instructions to complete basic wiring, conduit installation, and equipment setup.
• Observes and practices safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
• Documents completed tasks and materials used to assist with project tracking, and communicates progress and questions to crew members to facilitate learning and project coordination.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of job sites and workspaces.
• Participates in structured on-the-job and classroom training to develop trade skills and understanding of construction process.

Work Experience

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification preferred.
• OSHA 10 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.

The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our EEOE Policy.