Apprentice Electrician

Pearce Services•Lake Mary, FL

8h•$24 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

Pearce Services is seeking a motivated and dependable Electrical Apprentice to join our growing electrical team. This role provides hands-on experience across a wide range of projects including commercial construction, infrastructure upgrades, EV charging installations, and mission-critical power systems such as UPS systems, generators, and data centers. The Electrical Apprentice will work under the direction and supervision of licensed Journeyman electricians and experienced electrical professionals while developing the technical knowledge, installation skills, and safety practices necessary to progress within the electrical trade. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, eager to learn, mechanically inclined, and committed to developing a long-term career as a skilled electrician.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
Previous electrical, construction, mechanical, or skilled-trade experience preferred
Currently enrolled in, or willingness to participate in, an approved electrical apprenticeship or training program
Basic understanding of electrical systems and construction practices preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
Ability to follow instructions and work safely under the direction of Journeyman electricians and supervisors
Ability to use basic hand and power tools
Ability to work from ladders, lifts, and elevated work areas as required
Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment associated with commercial electrical construction
Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team
Valid driver’s license, ability to travel regionally, and at times nationally

Nice To Haves

Commercial or industrial electrical construction
Conduit installation and bending
Wire and cable installation
Electrical distribution equipment
UPS systems and critical power equipment
Generator systems and transfer switches
EV charging infrastructure
Data center or mission-critical environments

Responsibilities

Assist Journeyman electricians with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in commercial and industrial environments
Install conduit, raceways, supports, wiring, devices, and electrical equipment under appropriate supervision
Assist with installation of panels, switchgear, transformers, disconnects, and other electrical distribution equipment
Learn to read and interpret one-line diagrams, blueprints, electrical drawings, and project specifications
Support installation and commissioning activities for UPS systems, generators, transfer switches, and EV charging stations
Assist with electrical testing, startup, troubleshooting, and system verification under the direction of qualified personnel
Properly use hand tools, power tools, meters, and electrical installation equipment appropriate to level of training and qualification
Follow NEC requirements, electrical safety practices, OSHA requirements, and Pearce safety procedures
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
Assist with material handling, equipment setup, jobsite preparation, and project closeout activities
Work effectively with Journeymen, supervisors, project managers, customers, and other trades
Participate in company training and apprenticeship development opportunities
Demonstrate continued progression in electrical knowledge, skills, productivity, and responsibility