Apprentice Electrician Tech College Grad - Des Moines, IA

Interstates • Des Moines, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Interstates is seeking an Apprentice Electrician interested in becoming licensed through its Department of Labor-approved Electrical Apprenticeship Program. The role supports industrial electrical construction projects and works alongside journeyman and foreman electricians. The position is based in the Des Moines, Iowa area and requires travel within approximately a 200-mile radius. Applicants must live permanently in or near the office location or be willing to relocate there, 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 based on the site and project stage. Employees work more than 40 hours per week, but no more than 60, as part of the company’s safety commitment. Occasional weekend work may be required. The work environment can include heights, confined spaces, electrical-shock hazards, outdoor weather conditions, and dust; employees must follow applicable safety standards. Noise levels are usually moderate.

Requirements

• Associate degree in electrical technology, electrical construction, instrumentation, or a similar field, or equivalent experience.
• Interest in becoming licensed through the company’s DOL-approved Electrical Apprenticeship Program.
• Permanently located in or around the Des Moines office location, or willing to permanently relocate there.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in conditions that may include heights, confined spaces, electrical-shock hazards, outdoor weather, and dust, while complying 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, such as replacing fuses, light sockets, bulbs, and switches.
• Disassemble defective electrical equipment, including 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 assigned by field leaders.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance and group life insurance.
• Company discount program.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Flexible schedule.
• End-of-fiscal-year bonus incentives and merit increases.
• Per diem/travel pay or FAVR program benefits, as applicable.
• Company-sponsored holiday events, team celebrations, and community outreach.
• Volunteer time.
• Advancement opportunities aligned with employees’ long-term goals.
• Company-issued cordless Milwaukee tool kit.
• Continuing education and journeyman licensing renewal assistance.
• Double pay for Sunday work and triple pay for occasional holiday work.
• Family- and safety-oriented team culture.

What This Job Offers

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