Energy Storage Electrical Apprentice - Ohio

Mortenson Construction; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking an Electrical Apprentice I in Columbus, Ohio. The apprentice will assist with utility-scale projects, focusing on safety and compliance with electrical regulations while being trained under a journey-level electrician.

Responsibilities include measuring, cutting, and bending wire, using hand and power tools, and maintaining work areas. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and some construction or electrical experience.

Benefits include medical plans, 401k match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Some construction and/or electrical experience required.
• Knowledge of electrical systems essential.
• Strong communication and active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with utility-scale projects under supervision.
• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Ability to work safely with electrical equipment

Current driver's license

Ability to handle materials weighing up to 200 lbs

Teamwork orientation

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power and hand tools

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Electrical Apprentice I that will assist with utility-scale projects, ensuring safety and compliance with electrical regulations while training under a journey-level electrician. Responsibilities include installing, repairing, and maintaining energy equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using various hand tools
• Safely use hand and power tools after proper training (drills, crimpers, cutters, etc.)
• Lift, position, and fasten objects
• Prepare, handle, and supply materials and tools for electrical trades
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, tools, and equipment
• Work under immediate and close supervision according to standard instructions and procedures
• Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Pull DC and MV wire and perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Some construction and/or electrical experience
• Current driver's license
• Limited ability to read and interpret documents (safety regulations, blueprints, etc.)
• Ability to work with power and non-powered hand tools
• Willingness to follow instructions and ask clarifying questions
• Ability to work safely with electrical equipment
• Knowledge of electrical systems
• Ability to handle materials weighing up to 200 lbs
• Strong teamwork orientation
• Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
• Active listening and effective communication skills
• Ability to frequently work in heat and other weather conditions
• Frequently crouch, kneel, squat, climb
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movement
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

A few benefits offered include:

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, O-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.