Apprentice Electrician 2 - Illinois

SUMMARY : The Apprentice Electrician 2 works under the direct supervision of a Journeyman Electrician to learn and become proficient in the duties of an Electrician.

The Apprentice Electrician 2 supports other Electricians in the maintenance, operation and repair of electrical systems and assists with and performs installation and maintenances tasks in order to ensure the effective and safe operation of various types of electrical equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Learn to read, interpret, and execute drawings, schematics, blueprints, and electrical code specifications
• Tests electrical and equipment and parts for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance
• Installs, repairs, and / or replaces AC / DC motors and drives, motors, starters or relays
• Installs repairs, or replaces electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, support structures, fiber-optic, line assemblies, lighting, and alternative electrical parts
• Installs, repairs, or replaces generators and industrial storage batteries
• Performs preventive maintenance and testing of electrical systems
• Installs electrical circuits, panels, conduit, protecting devices, switches, and equipment required to accommodate the NEC
• Corrects connections and wiring on equipment controls
• Collaborates with other workers and crew members to assist with work as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS :

• All employees must possess the ability to promote and model the Premise Core Values of :
• Be Ready to Learn
• Own the Result
• Build Trust
• Do the Right Thing
• Drive to Complete
• In addition to the above, other required qualifications for this role are :
• 2000 4000 hours of experience as an Apprentice Electrician
• The ability and interest in learning the electrician trade and the willingness to attend and perform the coursework for in-person and online apprenticeship classes
• The ability and interests in learning to read and comprehend schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications, perform trade specific tasks, and operate tools and equipment, as needed.
• The ability to keep an organized work space for yourself and others to work efficiently
• The ability to work underground, inside buildings or on roof tops
• The ability to travel to job sites out of town and overnight as needed
• Possess a basic understanding of electricity
• Skilled in organization and problem-solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to communicate professionally and clearly through spoken and written forms with peers and management.

Able to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.

• Valid certifications and licensing : MN Registered Unlicensed Electrician, Osha 10 / 30, First Aid / CPR, Blood Borne Pathogens, (The Company provides training to assist in obtaining / renewing required certifications)
• Flexibility to travel 100% of the time.
• Preferred qualifications are :
• 2-year trade school
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a clean driving record
• Working knowledge of construction, quality, safety and OSHA guidelines

OTHER REQUIRED COMPETENCIES :

Quick Learner - Learns quickly when faced with new opportunities or situations. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.

Quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of issues as presented and experiments as needed to find solutions.

Acting with Integrity and Trust - Is widely trusted and seen as a direct, truthful individual. Can present the truth in an appropriate and helpful manner.

Keeps confidences. Admits mistakes. Doesn’t misrepresent him / herself for personal gain. Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times, and acts in line with those values.

Practices what he / she preaches

Applied Learning - Assimilates and applies new job-related information in a timely manner. Actively participates in learning activities, quickly gains knowledge, understanding, or skill and readily absorbs and comprehends new information from formal and informal learning experiences.

Applies knowledge and skills to practical use on the job.

Continuous Learning and Self-Development - Actively identifies new areas for learning, regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities.

Uses newly gained knowledge and skills on the job through their application. Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him / herself.

Works to deploy strengths.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit, walk, lift, squat, push, pull, climb stairs, ladders and possibly towers, hear, see, reach, grasp and use hands and fingers to operate a computer key board, telephone, power tools, and equipment.

The employee must have the ability to occasionally lift more than 50 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is exposed to extreme weather conditions, including heat and cold, and wet or humid.

The employee may work in high places, and / or work around moving mechanical parts, vehicles and other equipment. The employee may also work in areas where the noise volume is loud and constant.

The employee must have the ability to work overtime and to travel to remote job sites approximately 60 80% of their work week which will include overnight stays.

Premise Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, veteran-friendly employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are not all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.