Pre-Apprentice Electrician

Skillforce • Frederick, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Skillforce is seeking motivated entry-level candidates who want to begin a career in the electrical trade. This structured training program is intended for people with little to no electrical experience and can lead to a permanent position and a fully sponsored electrical apprenticeship.

For the first one to three months, participants train at a shop in Frederick, Maryland, learning electrical theory and trade fundamentals, material identification and organization, tool use and safety, prefabrication, jobsite readiness, and construction best practices. After demonstrating readiness, participants move to commercial construction projects as Electrical Helpers, assisting experienced electricians with installations, wire pulling, electrical devices, material handling, jobsite organization, and safe work practices.

After six months, the contractor evaluates participants for direct-hire opportunities. Employees hired permanently receive access to full employee benefits, a paid electrical apprenticeship program, four years of electrical schooling while working and training, and long-term career advancement opportunities. Training is in Frederick, MD, with project assignments throughout Montgomery County, Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia. The position pays $17 per hour and is full-time, Monday through Friday; overtime may be available. The opportunity is temp-to-hire for six months, and new classes begin every two weeks. The next listed start date is November 16, with no year specified.

Requirements

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and coachable mindset.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on active construction sites.

Nice To Haves

• Prior electrical experience is not required; entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Learn basic electrical theory and trade knowledge.
• Identify and organize electrical materials.
• Use tools safely and follow safety practices.
• Prefabricate electrical assemblies and components.
• Learn jobsite readiness and construction best practices.
• Assist experienced electricians on commercial construction projects.
• Install conduit, cable, and electrical systems.
• Pull wire and set electrical devices.
• Handle materials and maintain jobsite organization.
• Follow safety procedures and company standards.
• Support commercial electrical installations on large-scale projects.

Benefits

• Full employee benefits for employees hired permanently.
• Paid electrical apprenticeship program.
• Four years of electrical schooling while working and training.
• Long-term career advancement in the electrical trade.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed