Manufacturing Apprentice

Young Electric Sign Company; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Electric Sign Company in Salt Lake City, Utah, seeks a Manufacturing Apprentice to prepare wiring, fixtures, and control equipment for electrical signs, ensuring proper performance and compliance with electrical codes. This entry-level role starts at $18 per hour and provides hands-on training in wiring, assembly, quality control, and safety procedures within a fast-paced shop environment.

You will review plans and diagrams, assist with mounting brackets and tracks, test equipment, and

Qualifications

• Read, interpret and apply technical documents, specs, government coding document information, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Apply mathematical calculations regarding electrical requirements
• Communicate effectively in person and electronically

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical wiring of external and internal signs consistent within specifications and electrical codes
• Tests functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement
• Installs electrical supporting systems such as brackets and tracks
• Troubleshoots and repairs faulty equipment, systems, ballasts, and bulbs
• Reviews plans and diagrams to ensure accuracy of electrical & assembly of signs
• Maintains an understanding of electrical code requirements for electrical aspects of signs
• Implements and maintains quality control and safety during electrical and sign assembly
• Assembles final sign parts
• Cleans signs
• Affixes electrical stickers onto signs
• Prepares, crates, and transports signs as needed

Job description

Minimum:Maximum:Location:Salt Lake City, UtahJob Type:Full timeJob Title:Manufacturing ApprenticeJob Description:GENERAL PURPOSE:Prepares wiring, fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment for electrical signs to ensure proper performance and adherence to electrical code. This is an entry level position which starts at $18 an hour.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs electrical wiring of external and internal signs consistent within specifications and electrical codesTests functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacementInstalls electrical supporting systems such as brackets and tracksTroubleshoots and repairs faulty equipment, systems, ballasts, and bulbsReviews plans and diagrams to ensure accuracy of electrical & assembly of signsMaintains an understanding of electrical code requirements for electrical aspects of signsImplements and maintains quality control and safety during electrical and sign assemblyAssembles final sign parts MARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Cleans signsAssures all signs are UL ApprovedAffixes electrical stickers onto signsPrepares, crates, and transports signs as neededPerforms other functions as necessary or as assigned NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:Interacts daily with employees in the shop.TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.High School Diploma with up to six years of demonstrated experience in electricity, electronics, assembly, or related areas; or any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical documents, specs, government coding document information, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsAbility to apply mathematical calculations regarding electrical requirementsAbility to move electrical wiring, equipment and completed signsAbility to communicate effectively in person and electronicallyPHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is performed in a variety of environments both indoors and outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work in high, precarious places; outdoor weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. Must be able to occasionally move objects in excess of 75 lbs. Specific vision abilities include: clarity of vision at 20 inches or less; and ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus.We maintain a drug free workplace. We do test for marijuana. Young Electric Sign Company is an EEO/AA employer. We welcome all qualified jobseekers. Jobseekers will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.