Apprentice electrician Jobs in Durham, NC

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities :

Performs all electrical tasks with minimal general supervision or direction. This employee may be

part of a crew of journeyman and apprentices or the lead person supervising and directing the work

of the crew.

Licenses : Current driver’s license and have own transportation.

Experience : Has five years or more of previous electrical experience.

Testing : Drug Testing as required.

Working Conditions : – Includes inside and outside in all elements of weather.

Job requires working from all types of ladders, must have all required personal tools with them at all

times including a tool belt to facilitate the proper placement of personal hand tools.

Perform work at various heights, up to 90’ from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks or other safe

work areas and / or platforms.

Ability to work in restricted areas such as (switchgear rooms, underground electrical vaults, utility

tunnels, crawl spaces and attic spaces).

Employee must wear all proper personal protective equipment at all times as required for the

specific job duties.

Skill Level :

Positively identify colors of wires, comprehends reading and drawing prints and schematics of same.

Able to accurately make bends in conduit utilizing a hand bender or mechanical bender.

Must be familiar with and have the ability to use all power tools, saws, conduit threading machines,

wire pullers and knockout punches.

Capable of digging trenches either by hand or with power equipment.

Operate equipment such as backhoe’s, trenchers, lift trucks and excavators.

Must adhere to company safety regulations, haz-com policy and lockout-tagout policy.

Must be able to operate two handed tools / equipment such as cable cutters, hammer drills,

compression tools and jack hammers.

Must be able to read and follow jobsite specific directions, specifications, instructional manuals and

blueprints.

Must be able to work from an aerial lift.

Must be able to supervise jobsite employees such as other electricians and / or apprentice’s to

complete an assigned project.

Physical Function :

Ability to lift 75 pounds.

Climb Ladders of all types and sizes.

Ability to perform overhead work for full day assignments.

Must be able to gain employee access to jobsites.

Possess good vision either normally or corrected.

Responsible for making sure all tools are stored in a safe place as designated by the jobsite

Foreman.

Ability to be constantly moving on your feet.

Benefits :

• competitive wages
• 2 weeks annually of paid time off
• 6 paid holidays
• paid weekly
• 401(k) program with 4% match
• Medical, dental, visions benefits
• Company provided long term disability and life insurance
• short term disability
• boot voucher program
• worker referral program
• per diem when qualifications met
• professional development opportunities

LJ Electrical Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

About Us : L J Electrical Company is a leader in providing top-notch electrical services across North Carolina. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Our mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative electrical solutions that empower our clients and enhance their environments. We are committed to excellence in workmanship, exceptional customer service, and sustainable practices, ensuring every project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Company Description

About Us : L J Electrical Company is a leader in providing top-notch electrical services across North Carolina. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. \r\n\r\nOur mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative electrical solutions that empower our clients and enhance their environments. We are committed to excellence in workmanship, exceptional customer service, and sustainable practices, ensuring every project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.