Youth Apprentice

nVent; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible schedule

Job summary

nVent seeks Youth Apprentices in Building/Construction, Electrical Welding, or Electrical Engineering to gain hands-on, supervised experience in its departments. This paid entry-level position targets individuals 16 years and older, including students or recent graduates, who want to pursue construction careers.

You will learn to assist with assembly, electrical tasks, and welding support, with on-the-job training and safety as a priority in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years old.
• High school student, recent graduate, or youth seeking entry-level work experience.
• Interest in construction.
• Willingness to learn, adhere to guidelines, and work safely.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work respectfully as part of a team.
• Basic math and measurement skills, or openness to learning.
• No previous experience required — on-the-job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction and assembly of steel modular building components.
• Support electrical assembly work such as installing components, routing cable, or assisting electricians (training provided).
• Assist welding or fabrication teams with material preparation, positioning, grinding, or finishing tasks.
• Support electrical engineering teams with entry-level tasks such as document organization, testing support, or observing design and build processes.
• Learn to safely measure, mark, cut, drill, fasten, or assemble materials.
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly (training provided).
• Follow work instructions, basic drawings, and verbal direction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all nVent safety requirements, OSHA guidelines, and PPE expectations.

Skills

Basic math

Measurement skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. Join nVent Management Company as a Youth Apprentice and gain hands‑on experience in a specific department aligned with your interests.

nVent has separate youth apprentice openings available within the following areas:

• Building / Construction
• Electrical Welding
• Electrical Engineering

Each Youth Apprentice is hired into and trained within one department and works under close supervision from experienced nVent team members.

This paid position is built for individuals aged 16 and older, including high school students and recent graduates, who are passionate about pursuing a career in construction.

At nVent, we strictly adhere to safety regulations and ensure an encouraging, collaborative environment.

What you will learn and do:

• Assist with construction and assembly of steel modular building components.
• Support electrical assembly work such as installing components, routing cable, or assisting electricians (training provided).
• Assist welding or fabrication teams with material preparation, positioning, grinding, or finishing tasks.
• Support electrical engineering teams with entry‑level tasks such as document organization, testing support, or observing design and build processes.
• Learn to safely measure, mark, cut, drill, fasten, or assemble materials.
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly (training provided).
• Follow work instructions, basic drawings, and verbal direction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all nVent safety requirements, OSHA guidelines, and PPE expectations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum age: 16 years old
• High school student, recent graduate, or youth seeking entry‑level work experience.
• Interest in construction.
• Willingness to learn, adhere to guidelines, and work safely.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work respectfully as part of a team.
• Basic math and measurement skills, or openness to learning.
• No previous experience required — on‑the‑job training is provided.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb as required by job tasks.
• Lift and carry materials up to 30-50 pounds, with assistance as needed.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely.
• Work in environments with noise, moving machinery, and industrial equipment.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel‑toe footwear.

Schedule & Work Environment:

Paid, entry‑level employment. Part‑time and/or full‑time hours available depending on department needs. Work schedules may be coordinated with school commitments where applicable. All job duties align with applicable youth labor and safety regulations.

Why start your career with nVent:

• Earn pay while gaining real work experience.
• Learn a specific trade or career path hands‑on.
• Train alongside experienced professionals.
• Build safety awareness and transferable workplace skills.
• Opportunity for continued employment and growth with nVent.

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day.

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high‑performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry‑leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work. We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide. Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money.

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well‑being.

We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full‑time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short‑term and long‑term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match. Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.