Apprentice Electrician Waterloo Iowa

Job Description

Benefits:

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance Options

Flex Spend Account

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Looking for a CAREER where you can EARN while you LEARN? Are you interested in joining a company with a 115-year history of serving customers with integrity, expertise, and quality?

Nelson Electric is looking for dependable Electrical Apprentices in our Waterloo office to work on various projects in the Waterloo, Iowa area. We are seeking candidates who have the proven ability to be on time, demonstrate a great work ethic, and are willing to learn continuously throughout their career.

Benefits

Current wage $20.00-$26.00/hour, plus benefits

401(k) program with company match

Tuition for the Electrical Apprenticeship Program paid by the company when certain requirements met

Six Paid Holidays, plus Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and Supplemental insurance coverages available

Tool purchase program

Uniforms provided, plus clothing allowance and work boots reimbursement program

Performance-based incentive programJob Duties

Working under the direction of the Foreman/Journeyman Electrician, Apprentice Electricians are expected to:

Assist in the installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems including the layout, rough-in, and trim of lighting, power, and low voltage systems

Follow all safety procedures and engage in safety training

Use equipment safely and return in good condition

Assist with materials management, including jobsite and service materials, and returns

Manage time with respect to tasks and deadlines

Maintain jobsite and vehicle cleanliness

Adhere to the National Electrical Code including any local amendments

Participate in the Apprenticeship Training Program

Train junior employees on materials, techniques, and methods as neededPersonal Qualities

Effective written and verbal communication skills, responding to questions quickly and completely

Ability to perform work, including paperwork, accurately and thoroughly with attention to detail

Mechanical and technical aptitude

Ability to be flexible and meet changing guidelines

Ability to work both as a team and independently to provide a positive customer experienceEducation/Licensing/Experience

A high school diploma or GED

Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License

OSHA 10 Certification

Experience bending EMT pipePhysical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, climb, crawl, bend or kneel for long periods of time

Ability to routinely lift 50 lbs overhead, and routinely lift 100 lbs to waist height

Ability to work at elevated heights

Ability to wear all PPE required (PPE supplied by the company)

Ability to work in all-weather temperatures/climates

Must be able to pass a post-offer background check, and post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and physical. Nelson Electric is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Full-time