Electrician Apprentice

Gridworks • Albuquerque, NM

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrician Apprentice joins a four-year Registered Apprenticeship Program, learning practical electrical trade skills through on-the-job training, classes, workshops, and coursework. Apprentices work under the guidance of a Journeyman-level electrician, gain experience within a specific department, and learn about other aspects of the industry. The program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and at least 576 hours of related technical instruction and coursework. Apprentices receive progressively increasing wages based on a percentage of the current hourly journey-worker wage rate, rising from 55% to 90% across eight 1,000-hour training periods.

Instruction and testing use NCCER electronic learning and testing. Topics include job-site and general workplace safety; installing and maintaining electrical systems; interpreting the National Electrical Code for solar photovoltaic and energy storage systems; blueprints and construction drawings; electrical construction quality control; and team building. Upon completing the program, apprentices are strongly encouraged to take the Commercial Electrician Journeyman licensure examination in their jurisdiction.

This is a full-time hourly position with possible overtime. Work may take place outdoors and in varying temperatures, and apprentices may travel to assigned job sites. The role requires use of computers and tablets for electronic learning and printed materials for classroom education. Applicants must qualify through employment by Gridworks, Inc. or by an employer performing construction work on a Gridworks-contracted project that has executed an Employer Acceptance Agreement with Gridworks.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma, GED, or other high school equivalent.
• Reliable transportation.
• Growth mindset and responsibility for one's actions.
• Desire to learn a trade as a career.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Applicants must be employees of Gridworks, Inc., or employees of a contractor, subcontractor, or other entity performing construction work on a Gridworks-contracted project; the employer must have executed an Employer Acceptance Agreement with Gridworks.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various job locations as required.
• Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the apprenticeship, with or without reasonable accommodation, without posing a direct threat to health and safety.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in leading and furthering one's career.
• Willingness to respond constructively to feedback and build good relationships with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Participate in on-the-job learning and develop practical trade skills.
• Attend workshops and complete assigned coursework.
• Assist in the assigned department while learning about other aspects of the company and industry.
• Observe health and safety procedures and codes.
• Complete required hands-on evaluations, electronic tests, assignments, and other program requirements.
• Travel to assigned job sites when required.
• Receive feedback positively and build professional relationships with colleagues and clients.

What This Job Offers

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