Apprentice Electrician (Nationwide Travel)
About The Position
OWL Services is seeking experienced Electrical Apprentices / Tradesmen to support its commercial electrical construction projects nationwide. This position is for electricians with significant commercial experience who are working towards their Journeyman qualifications but do not currently hold a Journeyman license. The role requires strong practical skills, solid installation knowledge, and the ability to contribute effectively to production under the guidance of a licensed Journeyman or Working Foreman. This is not an entry-level apprenticeship; it is designed for developing electricians who perform at a high level in commercial construction while advancing their careers. It is a long-term, travel-intensive opportunity within a performance-driven organization that emphasizes safety, execution, and accountability.
Requirements
- 8,000–9,000 (or more) documented work hours in commercial electrical construction (approximately 5 or more years of full-time trade experience).
- Experience in heavy commercial environments, including ground-up construction preferred.
- Active Apprentice license required.
- Demonstrated experience in conduit installation (EMT, rigid, PVC), feeder pulls, lighting systems, and commercial power distribution components.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, and specifications with minimal supervision.
- Ability to pass background screening and pre-employment drug testing to meet company policy.
- Must provide two valid forms of U.S. Government Issued identification for employment eligibility.
- Candidates may be required to complete skill verification or field-based competency assessments to confirm experience level and qualification for this role.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in heavy commercial environments, including ground-up construction.
Responsibilities
- Perform commercial electrical installations in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and NEC requirements.
- Install and support conduit systems (EMT, rigid, PVC), feeder pulls, device installation, lighting systems, and commercial power distribution components.
- Assist with panel terminations, transformers, and switchgear installation under supervision.
- Read and interpret blueprints and electrical layouts with minimal oversight.
- Work directly under licensed Journeymen and Foremen to support daily field execution.
- Maintain organized work areas and material control.
- Follow all OSHA, company, and site-specific safety requirements.
- Adhere to lock-out/tag-out procedures and NFPA-70E safety standards.
Benefits
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Flexible Time Off
- 401(k) Company Match
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- HSA and FSA
- Disability & Occupational Accident Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance Policy
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- World-class paid training program for you to learn the skills for long term career success.
- Weekly per diem when traveling
- Mileage reimbursement (as applicable) when traveling
- Compensated travel time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
