Facilities Electrician Apprentice – Campus Projects

Nebraska; Kearney (NE); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Kearney (UNK) is seeking an early-career electrical assistant to support the Master Electrician on campus construction projects. You will help design electrical layouts, prepare estimates, order materials, schedule work, and install electrical components under supervision.

Reading blueprints and understanding codes will be essential, along with adhering to campus safety procedures and collaborating with team members across trades.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic electrical knowledge and mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specs, and codes.

Responsibilities

• Assist Master Electrician with layout and design of electrical plans for projects.
• Support estimating, material ordering, work scheduling, and installation of electrical components.
• Read and interpret blueprints and code books; ensure compliance with safety and campus guidelines.
• Communicate clearly with campus stakeholders both orally and in writing.
• Participate as a team member across plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC tasks.

Skills

Layout design

Estimating

Material ordering

Work scheduling

Electrical installation

Reading blueprints

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Blueprint reading

Job description

University of Nebraska Kearney (UNK) is seeking an early-career electrical assistant to support the Master Electrician on campus construction projects. You will help design electrical layouts, prepare estimates, order materials, schedule work, and install electrical components under supervision.

Reading blueprints and understanding codes will be essential, along with adhering to campus safety procedures and collaborating with team members across trades.