McWane Ductile Ohio - Electrical Apprentice

McWane Ductile; Coshocton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

McWane Ductile is looking for an Electrical Apprentice to support maintenance electricians in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems. This entry-level role offers hands-on training while learning trade skills, safety standards, and electrical codes under supervision.

As an apprentice, you will perform various responsibilities such as assisting electricians, maintaining tools and equipment, and participating in training programs. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and a willingness to enroll in an electrical apprenticeship program.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or willingness to enroll in an electrical apprenticeship program.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist electricians with installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using tools and equipment.
• Pull wiring through conduits, walls, and floors.
• Support troubleshooting and repair of electrical faults.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company Description

McWane, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is made available to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions with reasonable accommodation, Vietnam Era or veteran status. This policy applies to hiring, placement, recruitment, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, layoffs, recalls, Company-sponsored training, terminations, and other employment-related activities.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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 and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl, and taste or smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Job Summary

The Electrical Apprentice supports maintenance electricians in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems. This entry-level role provides hands-on training while learning trade skills, safety standards, and electrical codes under supervision.

After completion of the 480 probationary hours, the apprentice/employee shall become a bargaining unit employee and shall be subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, including wages, benefits, and seniority accrual as provided in the Agreement.

External apprentices who successfully complete the Company's apprenticeship program, including all required training, testing, and qualification requirements, shall be automatically placed into the Electrician B job classification.

Placement into the Electrician B classification shall occur upon program completion, without the requirement to post or bid the position, provided all program requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist electricians with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, wiring, and components
• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using tools and equipment
• Pull wiring through conduits, walls, and floors
• Support troubleshooting and repair of electrical faults
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Read and interpret basic blueprints, diagrams, and technical drawings
• Participate in on-the-job and classroom training programs
• Perform basic electrical testing under supervision

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Enrollment in or willingness to enroll in an electrical apprenticeship program
• Basic understanding of electrical systems (preferred but not required)
• Ability to follow instructions and learn quickly
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, or outdoors
• Ability for prolonged standing, bending, and climbing