Power Electrical Apprentice

Mortenson; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Employer-paid insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership discount

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Power Electrical Apprentice in Wisconsin to assist with utility-scale projects. The role involves training under a journey-level electrician while focusing on safety and compliance. Responsibilities include using hand tools, maintaining work areas, and working with electrical systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma, some electrical experience, and a current driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Some construction and/or electrical experience required.
• Current driver’s license is mandatory.
• Ability to work safely with electrical equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using various hand tools.
• Safely use hand and power tools after proper training.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Teamwork orientation

Professional customer service skills

Active listening

Effective communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Power Electrical Apprentice role at Mortenson. Mortenson is seeking an Electrical Apprentice I to assist with utility-scale projects, ensuring safety and compliance with electrical regulations while training under a journey-level electrician. Responsibilities include installing, repairing, and maintaining energy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using various hand tools
• Safely use hand and power tools after proper training (drills, crimpers, cutters, etc.)
• Lift, position, and fasten objects
• Prepare, handle, and supply materials and tools for electrical trades
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, tools, and equipment
• Work under immediate and close supervision according to standard instructions and procedures
• Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Pull DC and MV wire and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Some construction and/or electrical experience
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to read and interpret documents (safety regulations, blueprints, etc.)
• Ability to work with power and non-powered hand tools
• Willingness to follow instructions and ask clarifying questions
• Ability to work safely with electrical equipment
• Knowledge of electrical systems
• Ability to handle materials weighing up to 200 lbs
• Strong teamwork orientation
• Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
• Active listening and effective communication skills
• Ability to frequently work in heat and other weather conditions
• Frequently crouch, kneel, squat, climb
• Repetitive hand, arm, and leg movement
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs (assistance available for heavier lifts)

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans (vision coverage included)
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health resources and work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Gym membership discount program

Other information

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unsolicited solicitations.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B, O-1, TN, CPT, OPT). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.