Experienced Apprentice Electrician – Commercial Construction

Bopat Electric Company; Columbia, Frederick (MD, MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bopat Electric in Columbia, MD is seeking an Experienced Apprentice Electrician for commercial construction projects. You will assist with installations, conduit, wiring, lighting, and device connections, read basic blueprints, and support journeymen on active sites.

This is a hands-on, progression-focused role requiring at least 2 years of paid commercial/industrial electrical experience and enrollment in an approved apprenticeship program (or willingness to enroll).

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of paid commercial or industrial electrical field experience.
• Currently enrolled in an approved electrical apprenticeship program or willing to enroll at the appropriate level based on prior training and documented field experience.
• Hands-on experience with conduit, wiring, devices, lighting, wire pulls, or material installation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial electrical installations, renovations, tenant fit-outs, and upgrades.
• Install conduit, wiring, lighting, devices, boxes, and other electrical components under supervision.
• Assist with wire pulls, feeder installation, panel work, grounding, and equipment connections.
• Read and work from basic blueprints, electrical drawings, and project specifications.
• Support journeyman electricians and foremen with daily project work.
• Maintain tools, materials, and a clean, safe jobsite.
• Follow company safety procedures and project-specific requirements.

Skills

Commercial electrical experience

Physical stamina

Valid drivers license

Education

Apprenticeship program enrollment

Tools

Conduit installation

Wiring tasks

Blueprint reading

Job description

Experienced Apprentice Electrician – Commercial Construction

Columbia, Maryland - United States; Frederick, Maryland - United States

WHO WE ARE

Bopat Electric is a trusted electrical services provider with a proud legacy dating back to 1972. We specialize in maintaining and optimizing critical electrical distribution systems, delivering reliable, safety-first solutions across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and institutional environments.

As part of the BCES Global Group, we combine the strength of a best‑in‑class international network with the agility and expertise of a respected local team—empowering our people to do exceptional work that keeps essential systems safe, resilient, and future‑ready.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 401K with 7% matching and immediate vesting
• 100% employer paid benefits
• Paid PTO
• Career development and advancement opportunities

WHAT WE NEED

Bopat Electric is building a pipeline of experienced Electrical Apprentices for upcoming commercial construction projects in and around Maryland.

THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION. CANDIDATES MUST ALREADY HAVE PAID COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL FIELD EXPERIENCE.

We are looking for apprentices who have already developed hands‑on field experience and want to continue progressing through commercial construction work, structured apprenticeship training, and mentorship from experienced journeyman electricians.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assist with commercial electrical installations, renovations, tenant fit-outs, and upgrades
• Install conduit, wiring, lighting, devices, boxes, and other electrical components under supervision
• Assist with wire pulls, feeder installation, panel work, grounding, and equipment connections
• Read and work from basic blueprints, electrical drawings, and project specifications
• Support journeyman electricians and foremen with daily project work
• Maintain tools, materials, and a clean, safe jobsite
• Follow company safety procedures and project-specific requirements

WHAT YOU BRING

Required

• At least 2 years of paid commercial or industrial electrical field experience is required
• Currently enrolled in an approved electrical apprenticeship program or willing to enroll at the appropriate level based on prior training and documented field experience is required
• Hands‑on experience with commercial electrical construction tasks such as conduit, wiring, devices, lighting, wire pulls, or material installation
• Ability to perform physical construction work, including lifting, climbing ladders, and working on active job sites
• Reliable transportation to job sites
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work early starts, overtime, weekends, and travel when project needs require
• Willingness to complete required background check and drug screen

Preferred

• Maryland Electrical Apprentice License
• 2nd-, 3rd-, or higher-year apprenticeship standing
• Current enrollment in IEC, ABC, or another approved apprenticeship program
• Experience reading basic electrical drawings or blueprints
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• First Aid/CPR or other safety certifications

This posting is intended to build a pipeline for anticipated future construction needs. Timing and availability of specific opportunities may vary based on project requirements.

PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE BOPAT OFFICE TO CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION. OUR TALENT ACQUISITION TEAM WILL REVIEW APPLICATIONS AND FOLLOW UP DIRECTLY WITH SELECTED CANDIDATES.

We will not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies. Any resume submitted without prior written authorization from BCES Global will be considered the property of BCES Global and/or its operating companies, and no placement fees will be paid.

Bopat Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.