Electrician Apprentice

CDM Smith • Boca Raton, FL

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About The Position

The Electrician Apprentice assists skilled trades and performs apprentice craft work for construction, maintenance, and repair of facility systems, buildings, and equipment. Duties include assisting with installing and repairing wiring, fixtures, and equipment; measuring, cutting, bending, and installing conduit; and assisting with wire pulls. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed electrician. The apprentice troubleshoots electrical issues using testing equipment, tests equipment for safety and efficiency, follows safety and material-handling requirements, and maintains clean and safe work and storage areas. Other duties may be assigned as required. The role requires 2,000 hours of on-the-job training each year of the apprenticeship and enrollment and attendance at apprenticeship school while maintaining a passing grade of at least 70. Domestic and/or international travel may be required, with travel frequency dependent on duties, responsibilities, workload, and project demands. Travel is 10% or less. An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Zero years of experience required.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Basic writing and reading skills.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to use power tools, saws, drills, threaders, wire taggers, hydraulic benders, and knockout punches.
• Ability to operate two-handed tools and equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and jack hammers.
• Must complete 2,000 hours of on-the-job training each year of apprenticeship.
• Must enroll in and attend apprenticeship school and maintain a minimum passing grade of 70.
• An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled trades and perform apprentice craft work on construction, maintenance, and repair of facility systems, buildings, and equipment.
• Assist with installing and repairing wiring, fixtures, and equipment.
• Measure, cut, bend, and install conduit; assist with wire pulls.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing equipment.
• Test electrical equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Review and maintain compliance with safety requirements, material handling, and organization.
• Maintain clean and safe work and storage areas.
• Complete 2,000 hours of on-the-job training each year of the apprenticeship.
• Enroll in and attend apprenticeship school and maintain a minimum passing grade of 70.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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