Apprentice Electrician

About the Role

The Apprentice Electrician position at Bergelectric Corp. supports certified electricians in installing and repairing electrical systems across commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential projects, while ensuring compliance with all relevant codes and company policies. The role is safety‑sensitive and involves adherence to Bergelectric’s operational standards. Apprentices assist with installation, repair, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems, using hand and power tools under supervision. Tasks include measuring, cutting, bending, threading, and installing wiring, conduit, and raceway systems, as well as splicing, terminating, and handling components such as control centers, distribution boxes, and switchgear. They also manage material logistics, communicate with foremen and crew, and uphold productivity and professionalism standards. The role requires lifting and pulling up to 50 lb, climbing ladders, squatting, kneeling with a 25 lb tool belt, and standing for extended periods while performing repetitive tasks. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions, with high noise levels, and may involve ladders, man lifts, or reach booms. • Install, repair, maintain, and test commercial, industrial, and residential electrical systems. • Use hand and power tools under supervision to measure, cut, bend, thread, and install wiring and conduit. • Assist electricians with splicing, terminating, and connecting wires in control centers, distribution boxes, transformers, and switchgear. • Gather, transport, and organize materials on construction sites. • Communicate effectively with foremen, crew members, customers, and vendors. • Follow Bergelectric’s safety policies, productivity schedules, and professional conduct standards. • Read and interpret electrical single‑line blueprints. • Apply knowledge of electrical theory, circuits, three‑phase transformers, and wiring methods. • Safely lift, pull, climb ladders, and work in various weather and high‑noise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸electrical installation
• ▸wiring installation
• ▸wire splicing
• ▸material handling
• ▸blueprint reading
• ▸safety compliance

What You Bring

Candidates must be enrolled in an approved apprenticeship program and possess foundational knowledge of electrical theory, circuits, three‑phase transformers, magnetic induction, and wiring methods. Ability to read single‑line blueprints, understand system operation and maintenance, and safely use tools is required.

Requirements

• ▸apprenticeship
• ▸electrical theory
• ▸circuits
• ▸three‑phase
• ▸blueprints
• ▸tool safety

Benefits

The position pays $23‑$25 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package—medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with employer matching. Bergelectric is an equal‑opportunity employer, complying with ADA, OFCCP, and related affirmative‑action regulations. • Receive $23‑$25/hr wage plus medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match.

Work Environment

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