Electrical Apprentice I
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking an Electrical Apprentice I that will assist with utility-scale projects, ensuring safety and compliance with electrical regulations while training under a journey-level electrician. Responsibilities include installing, repairing, and maintaining energy equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using various hand tools
- Safely use hand and power tools after proper training (drills, crimpers, cutters, etc.)
- Lift, position, and fasten objects
- Prepare, handle, and supply materials and tools for electrical trades
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, tools, and equipment
- Work under immediate and close supervision according to standard instructions and procedures
- Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
- Pull DC and MV wire and perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Some construction and/or electrical experience
- Current driver’s license
- Limited ability to read and interpret documents (safety regulations, blueprints, etc.
- Ability to work with power and non-powered hand tools
- Willingness to follow instructions and ask clarifying questions
- Ability to work safely with electrical equipment
- Knowledge of electrical systems
- Ability to handle materials weighing up to 200 lbs
- Strong teamwork orientation
- Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
- Active listening and effective communication skills
- Ability to frequently work in heat and other weather conditions
- Frequently crouch, kneel, squat, climb
- Repetitive hand, arm, leg movement
- *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
- Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.
A few benefits offered include:
- Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
- Dental plan
- 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
- Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
- Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- Gym Membership Discount Program
Please make note:
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
- Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
ABOUT MORTENSON
As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.
Other Items to Note
- Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
- Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
