Apprentice Electrician 2

DP Electric • Full-time • Pflugerville, TX, US • 3m ago

Description

Apprentice Electrician 2

Overview

As an Apprentice Electrician 2, you'll continue your journey in the electrical trade with a deeper focus on mastering essential skills and techniques. Building upon the foundation established in your first year as an apprentice, you'll work alongside qualified electricians to refine your abilities in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair. This role demands a heightened level of proficiency and understanding, requiring you to demonstrate competency in various aspects of the trade.

Responsibilities

Accurately identify and organize basic materials commonly used in the electrical trade.
Continue to gain exposure to underground installations, including cutting, heating, bending, and gluing PVC.
Participate in rough-in installation.
Further enhance foundational skills in hand bending EMT, performing basic bends on various sizes of conduit.
Continue to support journeyman electricians with a variety of tasks as needed.
Learn to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
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.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one year of prior experience in commercial electrical installation.
Must hold a valid State of Texas TDLR card.
Previous enrollment in an accredited apprenticeship program is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to handle more complex tasks and responsibilities.
Increased willingness to take initiative and ownership of projects.
Proficiency in basic material identification and handling.
Exposure to various aspects of underground and rough-in installations.
Foundational skills in hand bending EMT.
Strong willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work 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.

Physical Requirements

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.
Adeptness in transporting materials between locations or across different levels.
Proficiency in handling tools above head level for various tasks.
Ability to work comfortably in confined spaces.