Electrician Helper - Apprentice

Critical Energy Services, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (75% employer-paid)

Optional dental and vision coverage

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Per diem $150 when out of town

Job summary

Critical Energy Services, Inc. seeks an experienced Apprentice Electrician to assist seasoned electricians with AC power installations, including switchgear, panels, conduit systems, generators, and cutovers across a multi-state service area.

The role requires 1–2 years of AC electrical experience, NEC knowledge, OSHA certification, and the ability to pass background checks. Company offers competitive pay, medical coverage, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-2 years of AC electrical installation experience.
• Some knowledge of NEC and proficiency with digital multimeters.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and email applications.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and travel as required.
• Required Personal Tools: Channel locks, adjustable wrenches, screwdrivers, Allen keys, hacksaw, lineman pliers, wire strippers, socket sets, digital multimeter, cordless drill, utility knife, and torpedo level

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of wiring, generators, switchgear, electrical panels, breakers, and conductors.
• Ability to measure, cut, and bend conduit using hand and mechanical benders.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Assist with equipment testing and troubleshooting.
• Perform nighttime cutovers when required.
• Complete project documentation and maintain safety compliance.
• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Medical insurance (75% employer-paid)
• Optional dental and vision coverage (if employee chooses)
• Paid holidays (after 90 days)
• Paid vacation (1 week after one year of service, then 2 weeks after 3 years of service)
• $150 per diem (when out of town overnight)
• Ongoing technical and safety training

Skills

NEC knowledge

Digital multimeter

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

Tools

Channel locks

Adjustable wrenches

Screwdrivers

Allen keys

Hacksaw

Lineman pliers

Wire strippers

Socket sets

Digital multimeter

Cordless drill

Utility knife

Torpedo level

Job description

For more than 22 years, Critical Energy Services has provided reliable, innovative, and cost-effective electrical and critical power solutions to customers throughout the United States. We specialize in supporting telecommunications, data center, and mission-critical power environments where quality, safety, and operational reliability are essential. Our success is built on exceptional service, technical expertise, and quality workmanship.

Position Summary

Critical Energy Services is seeking experienced Apprentice Electricians (electrician helper) to join our growing team. The successful candidate will assist seasoned electricians with AC power installations, including switchgear, electrical panels, conduit systems, generators, downstream distribution equipment, and power cutover activities throughout our eight-state service area (Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Louisianna, Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, and South Carolina).

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1-2 years of AC electrical installation experience
• Some knowledge of NEC and proficiency with digital multimeters
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and email applications
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and travel as required
• Required Personal Tools
• Channel locks, adjustable wrenches, screwdrivers, Allen keys, hacksaw, lineman pliers, wire strippers, socket sets, digital multimeter, cordless drill, utility knife, and torpedo level

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of wiring, generators, switchgear, electrical panels, breakers, and conductors
• Ability to measure, cut, and bend conduit using hand and mechanical benders
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Assist with equipment testing and troubleshooting
• Perform nighttime cutovers when required
• Complete project documentation and maintain safety compliance
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical insurance (75% employer-paid)
• Optional dental and vision coverage (if employee chooses)
• Paid holidays (after 90 days)
• Paid vacation (1 week after one year of service, then 2 weeks after 3 years of service)
• $150 per diem (when out of town overnight)
• Ongoing technical and safety training

Join Our Team

If you are a motivated Journeyman Electrician seeking a long-term career with a respected leader in the critical power industry, we encourage you to apply.

We are an industrial general and electrical contractor providing advanced, dependable, sustainable power and energy-saving solutions for organizations operating in dynamic and uncertain energy environments. CES designs resilient and redundant systems that maintain continuity when utility power becomes unstable or unavailable—ensuring availability through challenging situations: From the smallest roadside cabinet, existing and new buildings, and even campus or development-wide applications.

By integrating proven technologies through a strategic engineering process, we create customized solutions aligned with each client’s operational goals. Our trusted partnerships and disciplined execution reduce risk, protect uptime, and strengthen competitive advantage. Critical Energy Services ensures businesses have the infrastructure and confidence to operate without disruption and the peace of mind that their investment is safe, secure, and even off-grid survival, if needed.

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