Electrician Apprentice (2nd-4th Year) - Project Contract

Site Worker; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem $100/day

Job summary

Site Worker in Manhattan, KS is seeking an Apprentice Electrician (2nd–4th Year) for a contract project. You will support journeymen on commercial and residential crews, gaining hours toward full licensure in Kansas.

This role requires hands-on electrical experience, enrollment in an approved apprenticeship program, and the ability to pass safety training. Pay is $22–$28 per hour with a $100/day per diem and potential direct-hire conversion for top performers.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 at time of hire.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years (approx. 4,000 hours) of verifiable hands-on electrical field experience.
• Currently enrolled in or actively pursuing enrollment in an approved electrical apprenticeship program.
• Willingness to register as an apprentice electrician with the applicable local licensing authority.
• Basic math skills, including algebra.
• Reliable transportation to job site; punctuality is essential.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work at heights.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyman and master electricians with electrical rough-in and trim work on commercial and residential projects.
• Install, bend, and support conduit systems under the direction of a licensed electrician.
• Pull wire and cable through conduit systems; assist with terminations and connections.
• Install outlet boxes, junction boxes, pull boxes, conduit bodies, and panel rough-in as assigned.
• Assist with installation of lighting fixtures, switches, receptacles, panels, and service equipment during trim phases.
• Read and follow electrical drawings and panel schedules under guidance of journeyman.

Skills

Math skills

Reliability

Team communication

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical tools

Conduit bending

Job description

Site Worker in Manhattan, KS is seeking an Apprentice Electrician (2nd–4th Year) for a contract project. You will support journeymen on commercial and residential crews, gaining hours toward full licensure in Kansas.

This role requires hands-on electrical experience, enrollment in an approved apprenticeship program, and the ability to pass safety training. Pay is $22–$28 per hour with a $100/day per diem and potential direct-hire conversion for top performers.