Residential Electrical Apprentice

Service Minds; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Champions Club

30% discount on services

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Recognition programs

Company take-home vehicle

Fuel card

iPad

401(k) with employer match

Health plan options

Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

FSA

EAP

Telehealth

Job summary

Mister Sparky is hiring Electrical Apprentices to learn, develop hands-on skills, and build a long-term career in residential electrical service. No prior electrical experience is required; dependability and a willingness to learn are emphasized.

You will train alongside experienced professionals, gain practical experience, and grow towards a service electrician role. Expect full-time, year-round work with structured learning, ongoing coaching, and clear advancement paths.

Qualifications

• No previous professional electrical experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hands.
• Willingness to learn electrical tools, systems, and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with residential electrical service calls, repairs, maintenance, and installations.
• Learn basics of residential electrical systems, wiring, circuits, panels, lighting, outlets, switches, and components.
• Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical issues.
• Learn to safely use electrical hand tools, power tools, meters, and testing equipment.
• Provide preparation for service work and materials.

Skills

Dependable

Mechanically inclined

Hands-on

Customer service

Willing to learn

Tools

Electrical hand tools

Power tools

Meters

Job description

Ready to start a career in the electrical trade—not just another job?

Mister Sparky is looking for motivated Electrical Apprentices who want to learn, develop hands‑on skills, and build a long‑term career in residential electrical service.

You don't need years of electrical experience to get started. We're looking for people who are dependable, mechanically inclined, comfortable working with their hands, great with customers, and serious about learning a skilled trade.

You’ll work alongside experienced electrical professionals, receive hands‑on training, and learn the skills needed to grow within the residential electrical industry.

If you're ready to work hard, learn from experienced professionals, and invest in your future, we want to hear from you.

Electrical Apprentice

Why Join Mister Sparky?Get Paid to Build a Career

• Paid, hands‑on training
• Full‑time, year‑round work
• Structured learning and development
• Hands‑on experience in residential electrical service
• Clear opportunities for advancement
• 401(k) with employer match

This is an opportunity to develop skills that can become the foundation of a long‑term career in the skilled trades.

Learn From Experienced Professionals

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Work alongside experienced residential electricians
• Learn residential electrical systems and components
• Develop troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Learn proper electrical installation and repair techniques
• Build knowledge of electrical codes and safety requirements
• Develop customer service and communication skills
• Learn how professional residential service calls are handled from start to finish
• Receive ongoing coaching, technical training, and feedback

We don’t expect you to know everything when you start. We do expect you to show up ready to learn, take direction, work safely, and continue improving.

Benefits That Support You

• HMO, PPO, and HDHP medical plan options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 24/7 telehealth services
• Benefits eligibility beginning the first of the month after 30 days
• 401(k) with employer match

Perks & Opportunities

• Champions Club — top performers earn an all‑expenses‑paid vacation for themselves and a guest
• 30% employee discount on services
• Paid training and ongoing development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Recognition programs
• Opportunities across Mister Sparky Electric, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, and One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
• Supportive environment focused on learning, safety, teamwork, and growth

What You’ll Do

As an Electrical Apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced electrical professionals while learning the fundamentals of residential electrical service, repair, and installation.

• Assist with residential electrical service calls, repairs, maintenance, and installations
• Learn the basics of residential electrical systems, wiring, circuits, panels, lighting, outlets, switches, and other components
• Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical issues
• Learn how to safely use electrical hand tools, power tools, meters, and testing equipment
• Prepare tools, equipment, and materials for service and installation work
• Learn proper electrical repair and installation proceduresFollow applicable safety requirements, company procedures, and electrical codes
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas
• Protect customers’ homes and property while performing work
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with homeowners
• Learn how to explain electrical findings and solutions to customers
• Assist with accurate job documentation using ServiceTitan or similar software
• Maintain tools, materials, equipment, and company vehicles
• Apply coaching and feedback as you develop your skills
• Represent Mister Sparky with professionalism, reliability, integrity, and pride

What We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you have:

• A genuine interest in building a career in the electrical trade
• No previous professional electrical experience required
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with your hands
• Willingness to learn electrical tools, systems, and terminology
• Ability to follow instructions and apply feedback
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Professional communication skillsStrong customer service mindset
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work in a physically active environment, including attics, crawl spaces, and varying indoor and outdoor conditions
• Willingness to continuously learn and develop your skills
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to successfully complete required background and drug screening

Previous experience in construction, maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, automotive repair, mechanical work, or another hands‑on trade is a plus, but not required.

What Success Looks Like Here

Our successful Electrical Apprentices are dependable, curious, safety‑focused, and committed to learning.

They show up prepared, listen to experienced team members, ask thoughtful questions, and apply what they’ve learned on the next job.

They understand that developing into a skilled electrical professional takes time, practice, and consistency. They’re willing to start with the fundamentals and continue building their knowledge and responsibilities as their skills grow.

Just as importantly, they understand that residential electrical work happens inside our customers’ homes. Professionalism, communication, respect, and customer service are important from day one.

If you’re motivated to learn and willing to put in the work to develop your skills, we’re ready to invest in your growth.

Build Your Career With Us

This position is designed to help you take the first step toward becoming a skilled residential electrical professional.

Based on successful completion of training, demonstrated technical competency, performance, and business needs, Electrical Apprentices may have opportunities to advance into a Residential Service Electrician role, often after approximately 9–12+ months of development.

Advancement can bring increased earning opportunities and additional tools and resources, including a company take‑home vehicle, fuel card, and iPad.

And your career doesn’t have to stop there.

As part of Service Minds, you’ll have opportunities to continue developing across field leadership, training, operations, branch leadership, and other areas of our growing organization.

We’re on a mission of Changing Lives Through the Skilled Trades, and that includes giving motivated people an opportunity to build skills that can change the direction of their careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mister Sparky is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment in a safe, supportive, and respectful workplace.

Disclaimer

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with this position. While this is intended to accurately reflect the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.