1st Shift Electrician Apprentice
About The Position
This is a 1st Shift Electrician Apprentice position with training provided. The apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with classroom study to develop a new generation of practitioners in the trade. The apprentice will work with skilled electricians to install and service electrical systems, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. Responsibilities include installing power supply wiring and conduit, troubleshooting electrical components, maintaining and repairing electrical systems, and testing electrical systems for compatibility and safety, ensuring code compliance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Year 1: General SAP Understanding & Usage, Understanding the NEC Codes, Print Reading & Ladder Logic, Design / Construction Lighting, Protection and Site Lighting, 110 / 220 / 480 volt basic Understanding
- Year 2: Motors, Controllers and Installation, Basic AC & DC Circuits - how to Install & Protect, Variable Frequency Drives, Programmable Logic Controls
- Year 3: System Protection, Circuit Breakers, and Coordination, Transformers and Over Current Protection, Data acquisitions & control systems
- Year 4: Feeder Bus Systems, Electrical Service Equipment
- Year 5: Industrial Electrical Wiring Plans & Specifications, Construction Plans and Site Work
- OJT Training Hours (4,000)
- Classroom Hours (100)
- Must be able to effectively communicate and interpret work instructions and safety rules
- Ability to pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug test
- Repetitive arm and hand motions during working shift
- Able to stand on feet continuously during working shift
- Able to lift 40 pounds
- Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces
- Willing and able to adhere to all safety standards and wear all necessary personal protective equipment
- Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment
Nice To Haves
- Examples of Local Outside Resources: Edison Community College EGR 240S Analytical Troubleshooting ELT 110s Circuits 1 ELT 210S Circuits 2 ELT 131s Industrial Controls ELT 151S PLC ELT 251S Advanced PLC ERG 110S Print Reading & Sketching ELT 121S Electronic Devices ELT 141S Digital Electronics CIT 214S Networking Essentials CIT 2225 Introduction to Programming
Responsibilities
- Work with skilled electricians to install new and service existing electrical systems, hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment
- Installing power supply wiring and conduit
- Troubleshooting electrical components
- Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems
- Testing electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices to ensure compatibility and safety of system
- Ensuring code compliance of electrical installations
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
- Great pay
- 401(k)/pension eligibility
- financial wellness programs
- stock purchase plan
- Career development opportunities
- employee resource groups
- team collaboration
- Paid-time off
- volunteer opportunities
- shift differential payment for those working off-shift
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
