Electrician Craftsman Jobs

Position Summary

The Electrician apprentice is learning all tasks and/or working under the direction of an experienced craft worker to plan, lay-out, install, test and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, equipment and control systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Experience Level

Semi-Skilled

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles and installs electrical conduit; weld supports; install cable and duct banks; make terminations.
• Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
• Disassembles and repairs defective electrical equipment or systems.
• May be required to pull wire through conduit; connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment.
• Operate electrical and mechanical hand tools, power, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical tools.
• Installs control and distribution apparatus’ and fastens in place.
• Work with high and low voltage systems.
• Interprets drawings, sketches, software, plans and determines best work procedures, tools, equipment needed to troubleshoot and repair problems.
• Test and start up systems and continuity of circuit to insure electrical compatibility and safety of components.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision
• Must possess knowledge skills and abilities for position
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline
• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Requirements

• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools