Electrical Apprentice

Job Description

Summary:

The Electrical Apprentice plays a vital role in supporting the installation of electrical systems and conduit for building projects. Working under the guidance of experienced electricians, this position involves assisting with wiring, interpreting blueprints, and performing routine and semi-complex tasks to ensure safe and efficient electrical installations. This hands-on role is designed for individuals eager to learn and grow in the electrical trade while contributing to high-quality workmanship and project success.

Accountabilities:

• Assist in reading and interpreting blueprints under supervision.
• Support installation of conduit, electrical boxes, fixtures, and enclosures.
• Pull wire through conduit and assist with ground connections.
• Help install receptacles, switches, and basic wiring configurations.
• Participate in insulation resistance, continuity, and point-to-point checks.
• Stock and organize electrical wire carts and materials.
• Observe and assist with operational checks and quality assurance tasks.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, following all safety protocols.
• Follow instructions from journeymen, crew leaders, and supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the electrical team.
• Report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions promptly.

Attributes:

• Safety First: Adheres to all safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Have Humanity: Works respectfully and collaboratively with team members.
• Be Transparent: Communicates clearly about progress and challenges.
• Drive Innovation: Open to learning and improving processes.
• Be Resilient: Adapts to changing priorities with a positive attitude.
• Always Reliable: Completes tasks accurately and on time.
• Grit: Handles physically demanding tasks with persistence and pride

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Enrollment in or completion of an electrical apprenticeship program preferred.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and tools is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.
• Required to wear PPE, including safety glasses and steel-toed boots.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• This role is primarily based in a manufacturing or construction environment, with exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions.
• Mobility: Ability to stand, kneel, stoop, or crouch for 8–10 hours per day.
• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands to handle tools and components.
• Lifting: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs, following OSHA standards.
• Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must be able to see and hear well enough to navigate safely and communicate effectively.
• May require overtime, weekends, or holidays to meet project deadlines.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

A Note to our Recruitment Partners: We really appreciate the interest, but MCG currently manages hiring through our internal team. We love getting to know our candidates directly! Because of this, we don’t accept unsolicited resumes from agencies at this time. If we ever need an extra hand, we’ll be sure to reach out to the community. Thanks for understanding!

MCG is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, and any other protected classes stated by applicable federal and state laws. MCG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).