Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Apprentice Electrician
Location: Rochester, NY
Pay: $18 per hour
Hours: 40–50 hours per week
Job Duties:
- Assist in installing electrical systems.
- Thread conduit ends and connect couplings and fittings using appropriate tools.
- Secure brackets to bulkheads and pull wires through conduit to connection boxes, switch panels, and other terminals.
- Replace faulty circuit breakers, fuses, switches, electrical components, or wiring.
- Hook up equipment for power and perform basic electrical connections.
- Replace or assist in replacing motors, transformers, generators, and controllers.
- Request direction and guidance from Electricians and Foreman as needed.
- Follow all state and local electrical codes during installation and inspection.
- Install and connect wires to circuit breakers, outlets, and transformers.
- Pick up supplies and materials from vendors as required.
- Work overtime as needed to meet project deadlines.
- Maintain accurate timesheets as instructed by the Supervisor.
- Clean and organize the shop area and job sites.
- Stock company vehicles with necessary tools, parts, and supplies for daily assignments.
- Maintain inventory and notify Supervisor of shortages or needed materials.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Complete a Basic Electrical Apprentice Course (5-hour, 30-hour, or 100-hour) approved by the NY Department of State.
- Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and follow instructions.
- Basic knowledge of hand tools and electrical equipment.
- Ability to work safely following OSHA and company safety guidelines.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various physical positions (bending, climbing, kneeling).
- Willingness to work overtime as needed.
- Pre-employment drug screening required.
- OSHA 10 certification preferred but not required (can be obtained on the job).