Electrician: Apprentice

nVent • Blaine, MN

12d

About The Position

nVent is seeking a motivated and dedicated Apprentice Electrician to join its maintenance team. The role offers hands-on work alongside experienced, licensed electricians while pursuing a Journeyman's Electrical License. The apprentice helps keep facility and production equipment operating smoothly by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment. Work includes electrical, controls, and PLC systems; constructing and modifying circuits and distribution equipment in accordance with National Electrical Code requirements; and assisting with the integration, startup, and debugging of new or relocated equipment. The role also involves coordinating with external contractors, supporting other technicians, documenting repairs and modifications, managing spare parts, and following safety and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

nVent is a global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. The company describes its culture as innovative, adaptable, customer-focused, respectful, team-oriented, and accountable, and supports employee philanthropic activities through its nVent in Action matching program.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing an Electrician's license with a minimum of 5,000 hours.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience reading electrical prints, including European styles.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work at heights.
• Ability to obtain a forklift and company truck driver's license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented team player with a strong work ethic and focus on safety.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of PLCs, including Rockwell and Siemens.
• Knowledge of robotics, including ABB and Fanuc.
• Knowledge of HMI systems, including Rockwell and iFix.

Responsibilities

• Partner with licensed electricians to troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on facility and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving electrical, controls, and PLC systems.
• Construct and modify new and existing electrical circuits and distribution equipment in accordance with National Electrical Code requirements.
• Assist with the integration, startup, and debugging of new or moved equipment.
• Work with external contractors on equipment servicing and installations.
• Help guide other technicians in repairs and maintenance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of equipment repairs and modifications.
• Assist in managing spare parts inventory.
• Follow company safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and help identify and correct safety hazards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Potential tuition reimbursement.
• Potential caregiver, personal, and parental leave.
• Potential backup care services.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time.
• Well-being program.
• Potential legal and identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed