Commercial Electrical Technician Apprentice

Nextech • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Nextech is hiring a Commercial Electrical Technician Apprentice to develop practical skills for a career in the electrical trade. The apprentice works alongside an experienced Journeyman Electrician Technician, supporting commercial electrical installation and maintenance work, including work at new construction sites. The role provides hands-on, on-the-job training, mentorship, and regular practical skill assessments, with training and testing toward OSHA 10 certification and Aerial Lift training.

The apprentice learns to diagnose electrical issues, complete work safely and efficiently, and provide a positive customer experience. Responsibilities include communicating with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members; reading technical instructions and safety information; and completing accurate service documentation. The role requires travel to assigned customer sites and may require overtime, provided these do not interfere with academic coursework and performance. State-structured apprenticeship study and coursework review are completed on the apprentice’s own time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current enrollment in an electrical trade school or other state-structured program.
• At least 1 year in an electrical support role.
• Positive attitude, high energy, integrity, and a strong desire to learn.
• Ability to take direction and eagerness to learn how to diagnose electrical issues.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Dependability, a strong sense of urgency, drive, and commitment to results.
• Confident, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional appearance and presentation.
• Ability to operate software, a cell phone, and an iPad.
• Ability to work overtime and travel to assigned client sites as needed, provided these requirements do not interfere with academic coursework and performance.
• Ability to communicate in spoken and written English to perform essential duties, including explaining findings and updates, understanding job-related questions and safety instructions, reading technical information, and completing service records.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely pull, kneel, squat, reach, bend, crouch, carry, and push or pull.
• Ability to safely ascend, descend, and work at heights using ladders and other equipment within manufacturer-specified limits, including tools and materials.
• Ability to work from ladders up to 28–32 feet within manufacturer weight limits.
• Ability to work on bucket trucks and lift equipment at working heights up to 42 feet.
• Ability to travel to customer sites and drive for extended periods, potentially 8–10 hours or more.
• Ability to operate a telephone and cell phone and alternate between sitting and standing throughout the workday.
• Ability to meet ongoing vision, hearing, twisting, and talking demands and consistently follow job-site safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Some hands-on electrical experience.
• Previous electrical industry or other service-business experience.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced Electrical Technicians with commercial installation and maintenance work.
• Support electrical installations at new construction sites.
• Observe experienced technicians and learn to diagnose electrical issues.
• Develop technical abilities through on-the-job training and regular skill assessments.
• Learn to complete work safely, efficiently, and with a customer-first mindset.
• Follow established safety procedures and prioritize safe work practices.
• Share information and workload with the team to help deliver a positive customer experience.
• Travel to assigned customer sites and work overtime as needed, provided this does not interfere with academic coursework and performance.
• Take on additional related responsibilities as skills and experience grow.
• Communicate service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures to customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members.
• Read and interpret job-related technical instructions and safety information and complete accurate service documentation.

Benefits

• Tool allowance.
• Paid training and career development, including education reimbursement.
• Multiple health insurance plan options, including a free employee-only plan.
• Dental and vision coverage available after 30 days.
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, disability, and life insurance options.
• Free life insurance coverage equal to annual salary.
• 401(k) with a 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Generous paid time off.
• Discounts on travel, auto, dining, technology, and more.
• Reimbursement for state-approved apprenticeship training.
• Mentorship and assistance developing a career path, with continuing education opportunities.
• Training and testing toward OSHA 10 certification and Aerial Lift training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED