Apprentice / Helper Electrician

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED

$17.00 - $25.00 per hour (Full-Time Position)

JMEG is committed to offering you a fulfilling and rewarding career opportunity. You will gain unique experience in the electrical construction industry and enjoy personal prosperity while working for one of Texas' premier electrical contracting firms. We provide routine training initiatives to advance the skills of electricians and staff. Opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles are part of our culture.

Position Summary

Work will consist of installations, alterations, additions and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the electrical construction industry.

Job Responsibilities

Assist electricians by performing tasks under the direct supervision of an electrician actually installing the work and handling the bulk of the materials. This employee should keep all materials, tools, and equipment in an orderly fashion and keep the work area clean at all times. An apprentice electrician demonstrates safe work habits and proper care of tools and equipment.

Job responsibilities include:

• Conduit bending
• Installing electrical equipment - switchgear, panels, and starters
• Pulling and terminating wire
• Installing light fixtures
• Installation of lighting controls
• Installation of all types of devices
• Troubleshoot many electrical systems
• Read and comprehend Safety Rules and Policies and MSDS sheets

Position Requirements

• Must have transportation to work
• High School Graduate, or equivalent (Preferred)
• Able to work in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow
• Must be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (Porta-Johns)
• Employees must have required tools with them at all times (waist tool belt as worn weighs approximately 30 lbs.)
• Work from all type ladders (step ladders up to 14’, “A” frame ladders, and all size extension ladders) and relocate up to 12’ step ladder by one’s self
• Employee’s personal weight and personal tools cannot exceed the weight limit of a ladder (Class 1 – 250 lbs., Class 1A – 300 lbs.)
• Perform work at various heights and up to 90 ft. from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, or other safe work areas
• Work in restricted areas (switchgear room, manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, attics)
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hats and safety glasses at all times) and a respirator when required
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers
• Able to work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime as required, and night shifts
• Willing to apply for and maintain a State of Texas Electrical Apprentice License.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Prescription Drug Card
• Dental Insurance
• Vacation
• Direct Deposit
• Group Life Insurance
• Safety Training
• AD&D Coverage
• Apprenticeship
• Continuing Education
• On the job training
• Tool assistance program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Nights as needed
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Work Requirements: 1) You must be able to wear tools weighing up to 30 lbs. 2) You must be able to lift 50 lbs. minimum. 3) You must be able to work on ladders, lifts, and scaffolds up to 90' high. 4) You must be able to work in all elements (heat, cold, snow). 5) You must have transportation to and from a job site. Can you fulfill all the requirements listed?
• If a favorable hiring decision is made, will you submit to a medical examination and/or answer a medical questionnaire (only after a hiring decision is made)?
• How many years of previous electrical experience do you have?
• How did you hear about us?
• Are you willing to take a drug test as part of your application?

Experience:

• Electrical experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Austin, TX 78754 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Austin, TX 78754: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person