Hybrid Electrical Apprentice - Residential/Commercial bei 15 Lightyears Inc.

Overview:

15 lightyears is looking for a full-time Electrical Apprentice to join our team. 15 lightyears is locally owned and operated in Central Florida. We are looking for mechanically inclined people to start at an entry level position with growth opportunities. This is an opportunity to learn a trade through a paid apprenticeship!

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: 15 lightyears corporate office located in Longwood, FL. Job is performed in several counties across Central Florida.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7am to 4pm. Potential for overtime is available.

Compensation and Benefits:

• $15+/hour based on experience
• Employee Health insurance - Employer contributes 80%
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• FREE $25K Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Retirement Plan - Employer matches 3%
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist the Electrician with measuring, cutting, bending, threading, and installing wire and electrical cable systems, conduit systems and other wire raceway systems.
• Assist with the installation, repair, maintenance, and testing of commercial, industrial, and residential electrical systems
• Assist the Electrician with wires and cables within control centers, distribution boxes, transformers, transducers, switchgear, receptacles, switches, etc.
• Work with an Electrician to splice and terminate wires at junction points.
• Clean, gather and transport materials to electricians on the construction site.
• Communicate effectively with Foremen and crew members.
• Ability to follow electrical code manuals to install and repair electrical systems
• Experience working with hand tools, power tool and electronic test equipment
• Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation
• High standard of integrity and professionalism

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of electrical theory, basic circuits, branch circuits, and specialty systems.
• Knowledge of magnetic induction, three-phase transformers, conductors and wiring methods.
• The ability to read and understand electrical single line blueprints.
• Familiar with aspects of operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
• Basic knowledge of tools and equipment and how to safely use them.
• Experience working with hand tools, power tool and electronic test equipment
• Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation
• High standard of integrity and professionalism
• 1-4 years of experience in commercial/residential electrical service work

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Lift 50 lbs from the ground and pull 50 lbs of force.
• Perform ladder climbing, wire pulling and conduit pulling.
• Fully squat, stoop or kneel while wearing a 25 lb tool belt.
• Maintain a standing position for long periods of time while performing repetitive actions such as grasping or manipulating wires.
• Work off ladders, man lifts or reach booms.
• A variety of weather conditions including cold, snow, rain, heat, etc.
• High noise levels