Electrician Apprentice Level 2
About The Position
This role is for a Level 2+ apprentice who is ready to travel for work. Jobs are typically based in Michigan but frequently take crews to Ohio, Indiana, and other states for stretches of a few weeks at a time. The ideal candidate is comfortable being away from home for extended periods and wants to continue building towards their Journeyman license. Industrial experience is strongly preferred, as residential and commercial experience does not fully translate to the demands of this position. We are looking for electricians with proven industrial experience, including troubleshooting, large conduit and wire pulls, motor controls, 480V systems, transformers, and working within industrial environments, who can contribute from day one and travel when required.
Requirements
- Level 2 apprentice minimum, with at least 4,000 documented industrial hours
- Demonstrated hands-on industrial electrical experience (verifiable, not just listed as a skill)
- Ability to troubleshoot from start to finish without relying on schematics or complete customer information
- Proficient with 120V, 480V, and low voltage systems
- Working knowledge of motor controls, transformers, lighting, and switchboards
- Experience with feeder sizing requirements
- Ability to measure, thread, bend, and run EMT and rigid conduit up to 4"
- Strong working knowledge of NEC code
- Ability to interpret blueprints, plans, drawings, and rough sketches
- Comfortable working with minimal supervision
- Capable of training less experienced electricians
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ERP systems
- Willing and able to travel to job sites
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Industrial experience is strongly preferred
- Residential and commercial electrical experience can provide a foundation, but does not fully translate to the demands of this position
Responsibilities
- Directing and managing electrical work on industrial job sites
- Training and mentoring newer team members and apprentices
- Inspecting installations to ensure quality and code compliance
- Upholding and enforcing job site safety standards (PPE, OSHA, NEC)
- Troubleshooting electrical issues from start to finish, often without complete schematics or full operator information
- Reading and interpreting blueprints, rough sketches, plans, and specifications
- Wiring 120V, 480V, and low voltage systems
- Working with lighting, transformers, motor controls, and switchboards
- Measuring, threading, bending, and running EMT and rigid conduit (½" – 4")
- Sizing feeders and managing tooling requirements per job
- Communicating clearly with customers, the service manager, and the team
- Organizing and planning projects of varying scale
- Attending job site meetings and contributing to project coordination
Benefits
- Competitive Pay based on experience and level, with a clear path upward
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and HSA
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with matching
- Safety Equipment & Uniforms Provided
- Journeyman → Project Manager → Branch Manager growth paths
- In-House Apprenticeship Program for career and licensure advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
