Experienced Electrical Apprentice

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION :

This position is a key position in achieving a high level of efficiencies in the coordination and execution of electrical projects. The areas of involvement include interaction with the FOREMAN for the Service / Installation and repair of new and existing electrical systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTIBILITIES :

Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.

Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.

Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.

Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace defective or worn parts, and reassemble equipment, using hand tools.

Thread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets, using hand tools.

Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand tools.

Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.

Clean work area.

Dig trenches or holes for installation of conduit or supports.

Strip insulation from wire ends, using wire stripping pliers, and attach wires to terminals.

Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.

Install copper-clad ground rods, using a manual post driver.

Break up concrete, using a demolition hammer, to facilitate installation, construction, or repair of equipment.

Erect electrical system components and barricades, and rig scaffolds, hoists, and shoring.

Transport tools, materials, equipment, and supplies to work site by hand, hand-truck, or heavy, motorized truck.

Bolt component parts together using hand tools.

Paint a variety of objects related to electrical functions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing – Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about, for extended period of time.

Walking – Moving about on foot.

Sitting – Remaining in the normal seated position for extended periods.

Lifting – Raising or lowering an object (~50 – 150 lbs.) from one level to another (includes upward pulling).

Carrying – Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder, e.g., tools equipment, and materials up to 100 lbs. up to 400 feet.

Pushing – Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (includes slapping, striking, kicking and treadle actions)

Pulling – Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the forces (includes jerking).

Ascending or descending ladders, lifts, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, poles and the like.

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.

Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees.

Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.

Crawl over, under and into equipment as necessary to perform job duties. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand.

Picking, pinching or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling.

Perceiving attributes of objects, e.g., size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.

Work environments may be noisy, congested and / or in confined spaces.

DRESS CODE

Field employees will wear appropriate shirts with sleeves, long pants and sturdy work shoes or boots (OSHA standard).

Uniforms will be provided.

All clothing will be of a proper fit and condition so as not to constitute a safety hazard.

Clothing may not have any derogatory, offensive, sexually suggesting or degrading writing, symbols, pictures, language, or logos of other contractors.

Employees may wear jewelry as long as the jewelry is appropriate and does not constitute a safety hazard.

Body piercing (other than earrings) should not be visible.

Similarly, employees will keep their hair and facial hair groomed to avoid safety hazards; or they will secure their hair to avoid safety hazards

WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to perform duties in extreme varying temperatures, e.g., exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions, on your feet, 8 to 10 hours daily up to 6 days a week.

Job requires employee to wear required personal tools and belt with them at all times.

Work from all types of ladders, stepladders up to 14', "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders. §

Carry and relocate extension ladders up to 28' stepladders up to 12' by yourself.

Employee's personal weight with personal tools cannot exceed weight limit of ladder (Class 1 - 250 lbs., Class 1A - 300 lbs.).

Perform work at various heights, up to 60' from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks or other safe work areas.

Work in restricted areas, switchgear room, manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, attics and vaults, following proper procedures.

Wear personal protective equipment, e.g., hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, masks, and earplugs at all times, and when applicable,

Follow special procedures including contamination control, noise control, vibration, building systems awareness and procedures.

Candidate must be able to work night shifts and mid shifts, as required by customers.

Respond to short notice overtime requirements

REQUIRED SKILL SETS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Previous 2-3 years in the electrical field

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Must be enrolled in a Certified Apprenticeship Program (IEC or equivalent)

Must maintain a grade of 70% for each year of the Apprenticeship Program

Company Description

Capital City Electrical Services is a full-service commercial, industrial and residential contractor, founded in 2006 delivering "A Constant Current of Excellence."

Company Description

Capital City Electrical Services is a full-service commercial, industrial and residential contractor, founded in 2006 delivering "A Constant Current of Excellence."