Apprentice Electrician at Power Labor
Austin, TX 78703
About the Job
Join Power Labor USA: Where Your Skills and Well-being Matter
We’re seeking a skilled Apprentice Electricians to join our team
At Power Labor USA, we’re committed to providing top-tier pay rates and benefits to help you thrive in the construction trades. When you work with us, you’ll have a dedicated recruiter by your side to help you secure the right job and keep you working. We understand that you’re our most valuable asset, which is why we offer benefits that matter – from comprehensive healthcare to paid time off.
Your safety is our priority. Working in construction across the U.S. requires specific training to ensure your well-being, and we make sure you have the tools you need to stay safe on the job.
Since 2012, Power Labor USA has been helping construction contractors and industrial project managers reduce hiring challenges by providing skilled workers and flexible tradesmen. We make work easier and more manageable for everyone.
We partner with contractors nationwide, providing high-quality construction tradesmen for both short and long-term projects. Power Labor USA was born in Texas and now provides services across the country, we’ll help you find the right opportunity for your skills and location.
Why Choose Power Labor USA?
- Competitive Pay: Your salary is based on experience, and we pay weekly.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance available.
- Affordable Healthcare: Get healthcare benefits starting as low as $35/week.
- 401(k) Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
- Paid Holidays: Enjoy 5 paid holidays throughout the year.
- Paid Time Off: Earn 40 hours of PTO for every 1,800 hours worked.
- Career Growth: Receive project-specific training to advance your skills.
- Referral Program: Earn extra money by referring fellow tradespeople.
Power Labor USA is here to help you succeed. Join us today and find a rewarding job with the support you deserve.
- Minimum of three years of prior experience in commercial electrical installation
- Must hold a valid State of Texas TDLR card
- OSHA certification preferred
- Able to understand and speak English
- Demonstrated ability to handle more complex tasks and responsibilities
- Increased willingness to take initiative and ownership of projects
- Proficiency in material identification and handling
- Proficiency in underground and rough-in installations
- Proficient in hand bending EMT with foundational knowledge in mechanical and hydraulic bending techniques
- Strong willingness to learn and a positive attitude
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently or under the supervision of a journeyman electrician
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed
- Demonstrated capability to execute a wide range of physical movements, encompassing bending, stooping, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead
- Proficiency in lifting objects exceeding 50 lbs, adeptly handling substantial electrical equipment and materials such as light fixtures, wires, conduits, junction boxes, motors, and related items
- Skilled in working at varying heights utilizing tools such as A-Frames, extension ladders, boom lifts, scaffolds, and aerial work platforms
- Competence in performing trenching and excavation tasks as required
- Keen visual acuity (normal or corrected) and ability to accurately discern and differentiate wire colors
- Strong capability to stand for extended durations, approximately 90% of the workday
- Proficiency in handling tools above head level for various tasks
- Ability to work comfortably in confined spaces
Responsibilities
- As an Apprentice Electrician, you'll advance your expertise in the electrical trade, building upon the skills acquired during your previous years of apprenticeship
- This role requires a deeper understanding and proficiency in various aspects of electrical installation, maintenance, and repair
- You'll work closely with experienced electricians to refine your abilities and take on more complex tasks within commercial and industrial settings
- Accurately identify and organize all materials used in the electrical trade
- Proficiently execute underground installations, adhering to provided specifications
- Confidently perform the majority of rough-in installations with minimal supervision, including proper use of all associated tools and equipment
- Demonstrate advanced skills in hand bending EMT, with some proficiency shown in bending larger EMT using mechanical and table benders
- Assist in the installation of panel interiors and pulling feeders within one-line systems, including proper use of all associated tools and equipment
- Contribute to branch power system installations, including disconnect and homerun installations, terminations, branch circuit pulling, and fuse and rejection clip applications
- Continue to support journeyman electricians with a variety of tasks as needed
- Identify basic symbols, layout, and scale on blueprints
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Follow all safety protocols and regulations
- Adhere to our internal tool policy and demonstrate a proactive willingness to invest in and maintain the necessary tools required for the trade