Apprentice Electrician Tech College Intern - Lubbock, TX

Interstates • Lubbock, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Interstates is hiring an Apprentice Electrician Tech College Intern for work in and around Lubbock, Texas. The role supports industrial electrical construction projects and offers candidates interested in becoming licensed through the company’s DOL-approved Electrical Apprenticeship Program an opportunity to gain field experience. The position requires travel within a radius of up to 200 miles around Lubbock. Applicants must live permanently near the location or be willing to permanently relocate, and must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license. Per diem and mileage stipends may apply under company policy.

Start times, break times, and work hours vary by site and project stage. Employees work more than 40 hours per week, but no more than 60 hours, as part of the company’s safety commitment. Occasional weekend work may be required.

The job is performed in construction environments and may involve exposure to high or precarious places, electrical shock hazards, outdoor weather, dust, and moderate noise. The role requires climbing and working at heights and in confined spaces, while following safety standards.

Requirements

• Must be seeking an associate of science degree in electrical technology, electrical construction, instrumentation, or a similar field.
• Must have a graduation date in the 2027/2028 school year.
• Must be interested in becoming licensed through the DOL-approved Electrical Apprenticeship Program.
• Must be permanently located in or around the office location or willing to permanently relocate.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Must be comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces, with possible exposure to electrical hazards, outdoor weather, dust, and moderate noise, and comply with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and bend conduit using a tape measure and appropriate power or hand tools.
• Operate power tools such as drills, saws, pullers, and tuggers.
• Install conductors in raceway and cable tray using manual and powered equipment.
• Assist with lifting, positioning, and fastening wiring, conduit, motors, and other objects.
• Perform minor repairs, including replacing fuses, light sockets, bulbs, and switches.
• Disassemble defective electrical equipment, such as motors, using appropriate power or hand tools.
• Load, transport, and unload materials, equipment, tools, and supplies, and furnish them to journeyman and foreman electricians.
• Use ladders, scaffolding, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by field leaders.

Benefits

• Company discount perk program with access to discounts at brands across the country.
• Per diem/travel pay or FAVR program benefits, as applicable.
• Family- and safety-focused culture.
• Company-sponsored holiday events, team celebrations, and community outreach volunteer time.
• Company-issued cordless Milwaukee tool kit.
• Double pay for Sunday work and triple pay for occasional holiday work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree