The role of the apprentice electrician is to support Journeyman Electricians in the installation, maintenance, operation, and repair of electrical systems.

The apprentice will trench, pull wire, and bend conduit.

Compensation : $18 to $20

$18 to $20

Responsibilities :

• Assists in pulling wire, lifting, and positioning materials.
• Installs, repairs, or replaces generators, and industrial storage batteries
• Perform preventative maintenance and testing of electrical systems
• Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit using measuring devices, hand tools, threaders and hand or mechanical benders.
• Cleans work area, tools, and equipment
• Assists in electrical installations, connections, and terminations under close supervision.
• Complies with company standards and procedures, Safety Manual, and abide by safety rules.
• Tests electrical and equipment and parts for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance
• Assists in securing, relocating, and organizing materials, small tools, and equipment from and back to appropriate storage areas
• Performs other project related duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor
• An apprentice electrician will not work on energized circuits or equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Bend and twist body
• Climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles

Qualifications :

• Must possess a TDLR issued apprentice electrical license. (2 to 3 years)
• Must be able to successfully pass a background test and drug test
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation to work

Skills

• Ability to work in extreme environments, e.g., hot sun, below freezing, crawl spaces, etc.
• Regular punctual, reliable, and predictable attendance
• Comfortable making decisions independently
• Ability to follow instructions

About Company

Amber Electrical Contractors Inc. is an established Texas-based commercial electrical contracting company with over 30 years of experience in Texas.

We pride ourselves on providing superior service and quality workmanship. As an employee at Amber Electrical Contractors, you will enjoy the following benefits :

• Job security
• Competitive pay
• Path to growth
• Health, dental, vision
• 401K matching
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Advanced formal training
• Company vehicle, gas / credit card

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.

Applies electrical code to troubleshoot and resolve basic electrical wiring / circuitry problems, install and repair electrical equipment and wiring, roughing in feeders, branch circuit cables and circuits, splice electric or communication cables / trunk lines, and trimming out (finishing) electrical devices.

Uses electrical test equipment, gauges and other measuring devices to test electrical equipment.

Installs Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems per manufacturer's instructions. Performs device validation and system commissioning.

Performs assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes maintenance and repair records as required.

Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.

Reviews historical maintenance records to develop proactive inspection, testing and preventive maintenance schedule.

Operates company vehicle in a safe manner and follows prescribed routines to service locations in a timely manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and / or training to coworkers.

Coordinates and assigns tasks to co-workers within a work unit and / or project.

Job Description : Currently Hiring

Currently Hiring

Licensed Electricians - Apprentices / Journeyman

Must be available for night work if requested.

Shift : Sun - Thu (8 PM - 4 : 30 AM).

Pay : $18.00 to $ 38.00 / hr. BOE.

Types of projects :

• Electrical systems interface with power, lighting, emergency power, building automation, controls, fire alarm systems, and access control.
• Commercial electrical work running conduit and raceway.

Responsibilities :

• Follow diagrams or blueprints, ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before the completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduits.
• Pull wiring through conduits.
• Splice wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
• Connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment.
• Installs control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels.
• Connect power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and installs grounding leads.
• Test continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components with testing instruments such as ohmmeter, battery and buzzer, and oscilloscope.
• Observe the functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
• Repair faulty equipment or systems.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements :

• Apprentice Electrician (Must have TDLR License).
• Must have a minimum of 2-3 years of work experience.
• Must have knowledge of conduit bending, wire pulling, terminating electrical panels, reading blueprints and wiring schematics.
• Candidate must have experience working in a commercial environment.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Possess a reliable vehicle and have a valid driver's license.

About the company :

Real Network Services is an inspiring business where great talent, innovative ideas and a serving culture will create rewarding experiences for our people, our customers, and our community.

We’re focused on making our customers’ lives better by providing excellent customer service with innovative solutions and 24-hour emergency support.

We are committed to earning our customers’ loyalty and building trust for the long haul. We provide professional certified and licensed expertise in General Construction, Electrical, Mechanical, Fire Alarm, Security and Access Control Systems.

Our unique experience with multi-vendor, multi-technology and multi-service projects makes us the ideal partner for customers and projects that require an in-depth, hands-on understanding of today’s most demanding and complex projects.

About the Position :

This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

Journeyman level work in the performance of preventative, proactive and reactive maintenance of electrical equipment to include, but not limited to : indoor / outdoor, lighting, switchgear, transformers, vaults, and generator sets.

Essential Functions :

Perform weekly, quarterly and annual preventative and predictive maintenance.

Special projects / duties as may be directed.

Report findings and update reports.

Repairs, installs, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment and appliances using the necessary handtools and testing instruments.

Inspects and tests electrical lighting, power circuits and equipment.

Isolating defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using suitable testing instruments.

Examining and testing all elements of electrical systems to locate obvious faults, such as blown fuses, short circuits, broken wires, and loose connections.

Renewing circuits in the form of isolating and / or cutting out the defective wiring and replacing with new wiring or splicing.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Preferably a bachelor's degree.

A minimum of five (5) years of experience with commercial / industrial lighting, and electrical systems to include : generators, switchgear, and transformers is required

Must posses TX Journeyman Electrician license and TX driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Candidate must be familiar with electrical infrastructure distribution. Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies.

Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.

Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions.

Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

Basic computer skills is required. Ability to manage CMMS.

This position requires on-call rotation responsibilities for evening and weekend work as well as scheduled and unscheduled work for hours other than normal business hours.

Schedules may be adjusted to accommodate coverage for 1st & 2nd shifts during weekdays and / or weekends for temporary or permanent shift changes

Physical and Environmental Demands :

• Sit for long periods of time
• Bend, crawl, squat and climb
• Reach above the shoulders
• Push / Pull
• Stand
• Carry / lift over 50 lbs.

We are currently hiring Apprentice Electricians with experience. As an Apprentice Electrician you will work under the guidance of a Journeyman level electrician assisting in the installation, alteration, addition, and / or repair of electrical systems on commercial work sites.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Apprentice License : MUST have an Active Texas Apprentice License, through TDLR.
• Licenses / ID : Current Driver’s License and / or State ID.
• Education : High School Graduate, GED or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience : Requires 0 years of experience
• Tools : MUST have basic hand tools of the trade.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Helps in securing, relocating and organizing materials, small tools, and equipment from and back to appropriate storage areas.
• Keeps work area clean by collecting and disposing of scrap, excess materials, and refuse.
• Keeps materials and tools clean and organized in an orderly fashion.
• Assists in pulling wire, lifting, hoisting and positioning materials.
• May operate less complicated hand tools and equipment under direct supervision of a Foreman or more senior electrician.
• Digs trenches by use of hand tools.
• Assists in mounting and strapping.
• May assist more senior personnel in less complicated electrical installations under close supervision.
• Performs other project related duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor.
• Meets attendance standards and complies with late / absence notification procedures.
• DOES NOT WORK ON ENERGIZED CIRCUITS OR EQUIPMENT.

MINUIMUM SKILLS PER RATING :

E1 Minimum Skills Required :

• Positively identify colors of wires.
• Perform a 90-degree conduit bend using hand benders.
• Must use all power tools, saws, threaders, and knockout punches.
• Operates two (2) handed tools / equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, & compression tools
• Capable of digging trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment.
• Capable of performing a wire pull.
• Read and interprets maps, instructional manuals, specifications, work site directions, and written instructions.

E2 Possess skills of lower E Rating Job Title (E 1)

• Perform Off-Set conduit bends with hand benders.
• Correctly identify and explain markings on hand bender head.
• Knows wire pulling procedures.
• Knowledge of tools and materials.
• Wall rough in
• Fixture rough in
• Identify correct Cap / Connector to corresponding wire gauge.
• Work from mechanical personnel lifts.

E3 Possess skills of lower E Rating Job Title (E 2, E 1)

• Perform 3 Point Saddle, &