Registered Apprentice

Beckstrom Electric, Co; Purcellville (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Beckstrom Electric Co. is seeking a Registered Apprentice Electrician to join our Virginia-based team. You will assist with installation and maintenance of electrical systems in commercial projects while learning from seasoned professionals.

The program emphasizes practical training, safety compliance, and professional growth through our accredited apprenticeship. A pre-employment drug test and background check are required, with opportunities to advance as skills develop.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Clean driving record preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Mentor with an Electrician and complete all assigned duties.
• Identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and assist with electrical work on assigned job site.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using tools.
• Install copper-clad ground rods and perform wiring tasks.
• Assist with demolition and installation of temporary lighting.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Organized

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Registered Apprentice Electrician is an active registered Apprentice with the Virginia State Department of Labor through Beckstrom Electric's accredited apprenticeship program. This position is responsible for assisting with the installation and maintenance of electrical systems in commercial projects, while learning from seasoned professionals. Our supportive team and internal apprenticeship program will help the apprentice electrician develop skills and advance in the industry.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESMentor with an Electrician and complete all assigned dutiesIdentify, analyze, troubleshoot, and assist with electrical work on assigned job siteInterpret blueprints and schematicsUpdate work logs, client accounts, and handle other administrative dutiesOrder replacement parts and equipment as neededComplete electrical installations and carry out various maintenance dutiesMeasure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand toolsPerform semi-skilled and unskilled labor duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipmentThread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets, using hand toolsExamine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand toolsDrill holes and pull or push wiring through openingsStrip insulation from wire ends, using wire stripping pliers, and attach wires to terminals for subsequent solderingTrace out short circuits in wiring, using test meterInstall copper-clad ground rods, using a manual post driverAssist with demolitionAssist with installation of temporary lighting for task lightingClean work area and wash partsCollaborate with team, subcontractors, and vendorsPossess necessary hand and power tools to complete job dutiesMaintain professionalism and integrity with all communicationAttend required apprenticeship and corporate trainingPerform additional duties as assignedSAFETY AND QUALITY CONTROLEnforce Company safety policies, procedures, and best practicesComply with OSHA regulationsImmediately address all safety concerns and ensure proper reporting to the Safety Manager for all jobsite incidents within 24 hoursEnforce quality assurance and compliancePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or GEDValid driver’s licenseClean driving recordHigh mechanical aptitudeExperience with hands on electrical work a plusGood problem solverOrganized and strong work ethicAbility to lift and carry heavy materials and equipmentGood communication and people skillsA successful candidate must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONSOSHA 10/ 30First Aid / CPRPHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, drive, kneel, stoop, reach, bend, climb, touch and grasp, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls or work at various heights. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to (50) pounds. Special vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth and peripheral vision, the ability to adjust focus and work in low light environments. The noise level in the work environment, particularly when in the field, can vary significantly and at times be very loud.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the individuals assigned this position and are not intended to be exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands and working conditions.Beckstrom Electric Co. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.