Electrician Helper/Apprentice/Technician

generator-supercenter-careers; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Training & development

Job summary

Generator Supercenter, Inc. is seeking an Apprentice / Electrical Helper to work under supervision with electricians and installers on generator installations and service tasks.

You will gain hands‑on training while assisting with electrical and construction activities, always following safety guidelines and supervisor directions. This entry‑level position emphasizes learning electrical, mechanical, and generator installation skills, with opportunities to contribute to project readiness, site

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn safe tool use.
• Physical ability for standing, bending, lifting, and moving materials.
• Outdoor work at construction sites and varying weather conditions.
• Clear communication and ability to follow instructions and safety rules.
• Basic math and measurement skills for conduit, wire, and installation work.
• Keep tools, materials, and workspace organized and orderly.
• Punctuality and time management to keep projects on schedule.
• Team player who collaborates with electricians, technicians, and supervisors.
• Reliable attendance and proactive communication with supervisors.
• Comply with PPE, equipment operation, and jobsite safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist electricians, journeymen, and installers with generator installations and related electrical work.
• Load and unload generators, distribution equipment, materials, and tools.
• Transport and organize equipment between warehouse, vehicles, and jobsites.
• Prepare work areas, set up tools, and establish safe work zones at sites.
• Under supervision, assist with pulling wire, installing conduit, and mounting equipment.
• Help position generators, set up pads, and support installation crew.
• Dig and trench for electrical conduits and utilities as needed.
• Perform light construction tasks and concrete pad preparation.
• Operate approved hand and power tools safely after training.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional jobsite; protect customer property.
• Follow supervisor instructions and safety policies throughout projects.
• Assist with other installation, warehouse, or maintenance duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Physical Ability

Outdoor Work

Communication & Listening

Basic Math & Measurement

Organization

Time Management

Teamwork

Reliability

Safety

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Training & development

Did you know?

California is one of the states with the most power outages and there is strong demand for backup power solutions. This is a very exciting opportunity to be a part of addressing the fast-growing need for energy solutions in the Golden State.

Company Overview

Generator Supercenter, Inc. is a leading provider of energy solutions committed to making a positive impact for our customers and environment. We specialize in energy solutions offering cutting-edge technologies to help our clients utilize clean, renewable energy for savings from the grid and backup power.

Position Overview

The Apprentice / Electrical Helper works under the direction and supervision of a qualified electrician, journeyman, foreman, or other designated supervisor. This position assists with electrical, generator, and general construction activities necessary to complete the installation, service, and maintenance of company products.

The Apprentice / Helper will receive hands‑on training while assisting experienced team members and is expected to follow all company procedures, safety requirements, and supervisor instructions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist Electricians and Installers: Work directly with electricians, journeymen, technicians, and installation crews to support generator installations and related electrical and construction work.
• Load and Unload Materials: Load and unload generators, transfer switches, electrical materials, conduit, wire, tools, equipment, concrete materials, and other jobsite supplies.
• Transport and Organize Equipment: Assist with transporting materials and equipment between the warehouse, company vehicles, and jobsites. Keep vehicles, tools, and materials organized and properly stored.
• Jobsite Setup: Prepare work areas before installation, including setting out tools and materials, running extension cords and temporary power, preparing equipment, protecting customer property, and establishing safe work areas.
• Assist With Electrical Installation: Under appropriate supervision, assist with tasks such as pulling wire, installing conduit, mounting equipment, preparing electrical materials, and other electrical installation activities permitted based on the employee’s training and level of supervision.
• Assist With Generator Installation: Help position generators and transfer switches, prepare generator pads and foundations, assist with equipment placement, and support the installation crew throughout the project.
• Trenching and Site Preparation: Assist with digging and preparing trenches for electrical conduit, gas piping, or other utilities using hand tools or approved equipment.
• Light Construction Work: Perform basic construction activities associated with generator installations, including preparing and pouring concrete pads, minor framing, drilling, cutting, patching, and other jobsite preparation.
• Operate Tools and Equipment: Safely operate approved hand tools, power tools, trenchers, material‑handling equipment, and other construction equipment after receiving appropriate instruction or training.
• Maintain a Safe Jobsite: Keep work areas clean and free of unnecessary materials, cords, tools, and debris that could create safety hazards.
• Jobsite Cleanup: At the completion of work, collect and properly store tools and unused materials, remove construction debris, clean the work area, and leave the customer’s property in a professional condition.
• Follow Instructions and Safety Procedures: Follow instructions provided by supervisors and comply with company safety procedures, jobsite requirements, and applicable workplace safety regulations.
• Customer Property Protection: Exercise care when working around customers’ homes, landscaping, driveways, walls, equipment, and other property.
• Additional Duties: Perform other installation, warehouse, maintenance, or construction‑support duties reasonably assigned by a supervisor.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Mechanical Aptitude: Ability and willingness to learn how to safely use hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment.
• Physical Ability: Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, digging, pushing, pulling, and regularly lifting and carrying tools, materials, and equipment. Team lifting or mechanical assistance must be used when appropriate for heavier items.
• Outdoor Work: Ability to work outdoors and at construction sites in varying weather and environmental conditions.
• Communication & Listening Skills: Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, particularly instructions relating to safety and installation procedures.
• Basic Math & Measurement Skills: Ability to accurately use measurements and perform basic calculations needed for conduit, wire, concrete, trenching, equipment placement, and other installation activities.
• Organization: Maintain tools, materials, equipment, company vehicles, and work areas in an orderly and professional manner.
• Time Management: Arrive at scheduled locations on time and complete assigned responsibilities efficiently so projects remain on schedule.
• Teamwork: Work cooperatively and professionally with electricians, technicians, supervisors, contractors, inspectors, vendors, customers, and other members of the installation team.
• Reliability: Maintain dependable attendance, arrive ready to work, and communicate promptly with supervisors regarding jobsite or scheduling issues.
• Safety: Follow all required PPE, equipment‑operation, electrical‑safety, and jobsite‑safety procedures.

Training & Development

This is a hands‑on learning position. The Apprentice / Electrical Helper is expected to develop electrical, mechanical, generator‑installation, and construction skills through supervised field experience and company‑provided training. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as their training, experience, demonstrated competency, and applicable licensing or certification requirements allow.

Flexible work from home options available.