PREMIER SERVICE COMPANY, INC.
Job Description

Position Title: Electrical Apprentice

Department: Electrical

Reports To: Project Manager

Employment Classification: Regular, Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Position Grade: Class A-1 to Class A-4

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Summary of Duties:

The Electrical Apprentices shadow under a Journeyman for 8,000 hours before they are eligible to sit for their journeyman test. This position will also be highly encouraged to register for the electrical program with Skill Trades of West Alabama. This position is responsible for assisting the Electrician in accurately diagnosing and repairing electrical systems and equipment in residential and/or commercial structures as outlined in the responsibilities and duties listed below. Ideal candidates will have some basic knowledge of residential and commercial electrical systems and equipment, codes, and proper installation procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair any and all brands of electrical systems equipment
• Read specs and understand wiring diagrams for electrical systems and equipment
• Test electrical devices, breakers, circuits and components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.
• Test and install electrical devices, panels, lighting fixtures and other electrical equipment.
• Install conduit, wiring, MC and NM cables to form a complete circuit.
• Lay out and connect electrical wiring between the panels and equipment according to the wiring diagram, using an electrician’s hand tools.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications.
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.
• Inspect and test systems to verify compliance with plans and specifications and to detect and locate malfunctions.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Knowledge of residential and commercial codes and proper application; knowledge of proper electrical safety preferred but not required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Driver’s License to include active liability insurance.
• Successful completion of required criminal record and motor vehicle record background checks.
• Ability to pass a drug screening.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Ability to work in a fast pace environment.
• Ability to multitask.
• Loud noise levels.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Language Skills:

• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, management and clients.
• Ability to interact with others with positive professionalism.
• Ability to accurately read and understand technical instructions.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with internal and external customers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused work environment; ability to balance workload with technicians’ and customers’ needs.
• Ability to establish rapport with customers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion with information.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must have strong math skills.
• Ability to utilize common-sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Ability to take timely action to effectively solve problems, using established policies and procedures.

• Time Management skills.
• Ability to adapt and take on new assignments as needed.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks and assignments with time constraints.
• Ability to work in constant state of alertness.
• Must be reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
• Reflect attendance dependability.
• Maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to work effectively in office and field work.

Created: January 2022
Revised: October 2022