Power Electrical ApprenticePower Electrical Apprentice

M. A. Mortenson Company; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans with vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership discount program

Job summary

M. A. Mortenson Company is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to support utility-scale projects, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations while training under a journey-level electrician. Key responsibilities include measuring and cutting wire, using hand tools, and maintaining an organized work area.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and some construction or electrical experience. Excellent teamwork and effective communication skills are essential. Competitive benefits are offered, including medical plans and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Some construction and/or electrical experience.
• Current driver’s license required.
• Limited ability to read safety regulations and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit.
• Safely use hand and power tools after proper training.
• Lift, position, and fasten objects.

Skills

Ability to work safely with electrical equipment

Strong teamwork orientation

Positive attitude and customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle materials weighing up to 200 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power and non-powered hand tools

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Electrical Apprentice that will 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
• Limited 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, leg movement
• Limiting lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling to up to 50 lbs.

Please note: This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

BENEFITS

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

PLEASE NOTE

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

NOTES

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently 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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.