Entry Level Electrician

Dynalectric Washington, DC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 89,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Annuity

Job summary

A prominent electrical contracting firm is seeking an Entry Level Electrician in Virginia. The role involves assisting seasoned electricians with tasks like wiring installation, fixture replacement, and general maintenance. Candidates should be ready to work in various conditions and handle tools safely. Compensation ranges from $15 to $65 hourly, with additional health benefits provided. This opportunity welcomes veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to install power supply wiring and conduit.
• Experience using various hand tools for electrical work.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in electrical environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installing electrical wiring and components.
• Replace fixtures and perform maintenance tasks.
• Follow safety protocols while working at heights.

Skills

Wiring installation

Use of hand tools

Electrical system maintenance

Safety equipment handling

Physical stamina

Job description

Entry Level Electrician at Dynalectric Washington, DC

We are a full‑scale electrical contracting company providing preconstruction and post‑project completion services to a variety of clients including biotech, healthcare, commercial, transportation, and technology companies as well as many government agencies.

Job Summary

Entry level electrician assisting journeyman and senior crew on new construction and renovation projects. Primary tasks include installing power supply wiring and conduit, replacing fixtures, pulling wire, measuring, cutting, bending, transporting tools and materials, and performing general maintenance while maintaining accurate paperwork.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in installing power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed equipment.
• Replace light fixtures, lamps, receptacles, switches, and ballasts as needed.
• Pull wire in conduit or raceway.
• Measure, cut and bend wire and conduit using measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Transport tools, materials, equipment and supplies to work site by hand or hand truck.
• Move and organize materials as required.
• Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings using hand and power tools.
• Assist Journeyman Electrician as needed.
• Clean work area.
• Perform other facilities maintenance work as needed.
• Erect electrical system components and barricades.
• Perform skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.
• Responsible for accurate and timely paperwork related to essential duties and responsibilities.
• Solder electrical connections using a soldering iron.
• Dig trenches or holes for installation of conduit or supports.
• Remove debris or vegetation from work sites.
• Bolt component parts together to form assemblies using hand tools.
• Paint a variety of objects related to electrical functions.
• Transport tools, materials, equipment and supplies to work site by hand, hand truck or motorized truck.
• Install copper‑clad ground rods using a manual post driver.
• Thread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets using hand tools.
• Order construction or extraction materials or equipment.

Working Conditions

• Requires working in all elements, depending on job location and season (extreme heat/cold, rain, snow).
• Work from all types of ladders (step ladders, “A” frame, extension ladders) and carry and relocate up to a 12’ stepladder.
• Perform work at various heights from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat‑walks or other areas.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses) at all times.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers.
• Able to work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime as required and night shifts.
• Laborer/Helpers are prohibited from working on energized circuits or equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach overhead.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Constantly moving/standing.
• Climb ladders.
• Complete overhead work.
• Must possess good vision, normal or corrected.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage: $15–$65.
• Other compensation: Annuity.
• Health and welfare benefits consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (healthcare, eyecare, dental).
• Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.