Youth Apprentice: Construction & Electrical

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

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.