Electrician apprentice Jobs in Nashville, TN

Journeyman Electrician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled electrician to execute plans of electrical wiring and ensure well-functioning lighting, intercom, and other electrical systems. The role involves installing electrical devices and fixtures such as switches, circuit-breaker panels, fire alarm systems, plugs, and lighting.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints to execute electrical plans.
• Install electrical devices and fixtures including switches, circuit-breaker panels, fire alarm systems, and lighting.
• Pull and install wiring.
• Bend and install conduit.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, install, and replace wires as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 4 years of commercial electrical experience.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Experience in bending and installing EMT conduit.
• Knowledgeable in the National Electrical Code (NEC) and electrical theory.
• Journeyman certification is a plus.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Journeyman card is a plus but not required.
• CPR and First Aid training are preferred.
• Experience with rigid conduit.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities.
• Must have a diploma or GED and a valid driver's license.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with over 100 years of history and benefit from partnerships with trade schools and the state of Tennessee. We offer an apprenticeship program that will help you track your hours and work towards obtaining your Journeyman card. Enjoy benefits such as paid holidays, PTO, profit sharing, and a 401k plan.

Work Environment

You will be working on new construction projects in the greater Nashville area, with the first project likely being a police training facility near John C Tune airport. The position is Monday through Friday, 1st shift, starting between 6:00 am and 7:00 am, generally working 8-hour days. Be open to overtime during the week and Saturday work. Must have OSHA 10 certification to work on the job site, with the option to take the class during orientation if needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.