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Apprentice Electrician

The Contractor Consultants
Wilmington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/25/2026
Company Name: Rytec Electric

Location: Regional Jobsite Operations

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Industry: Commercial and Residential Electrical Services

Pay Scale: Competitive Base Pay based on experience Performance and Annual Bonuses

Position Keywords: Apprentice Electrician, Electrical Apprentice, Electrician Trainee, Wireman Apprentice, Electrical Helper, Commercial Electrician Helper

The Opportunity

Rytec Electric is seeking a motivated Apprentice Electrician to join our growing field operations team. In this hands on role, you will work directly alongside master and journeyman electricians, assisting with complex electrical installations, maintenance, and system repairs across commercial and residential sites. This position offers an exceptional platform to build a long term career in the electrical trade, gain high value field experience, and master technical skills in a supportive, safety focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduit and Wire Preparation: Assist experienced electricians in preparing conduit runs, bending pipe, and pulling wires efficiently.
  • System Troubleshooting: Work alongside senior technicians to troubleshoot electrical circuits, diagnose system issues, and perform repairs.
  • Safety and Distribution Assembly: Install distribution components including switches, receptacles, junction boxes, and circuit breaker panels with precision.
  • Circuit Connections: Connect wiring in electrical circuits and networks to ensure total component compatibility and operational safety.
  • System Installations: Assist in installing complete electrical systems including interior and exterior lighting, alarms, panels, switches, and branch circuits.
  • Cable Termination: Pull and terminate various diameters of electrical cables for new construction, commercial upfits, and residential projects.
  • High Elevation Work: Work comfortably at various heights utilizing ladders, scaffolding, and powered aerial lifts.

What You Need To Succeed (Qualifications)

  • Required
  • Technical Aptitude: Proficiency in preparing conduits, pulling wire, and working with hand and power tools.
  • Safety and Code Literacy: Solid knowledge of jobsite safety procedures and foundational familiarity with the National Electrical Code NEC.
  • High Elevation Capability: Ability to work safely at heights using ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lift equipment.
  • Physical Endurance: Ability to perform rigorous physical labor in varying weather and site conditions.
  • Professional Demeanor: Trustworthy, courteous, and professional when working on commercial or residential customer properties.
  • Logistics Infrastructure: Reliable personal transportation to travel to assigned work sites.
  • Preferred
  • Trade Experience: Previous experience pulling, routing, and terminating electrical cables or working with diverse electrical devices and control systems.
  • System Troubleshooting: Familiarity with basic electrical troubleshooting and circuit diagnostics.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation: Base pay tailored directly to your electrical trade experience, with eligibility for performance and annual bonuses.
  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Retirement Planning: Corporate retirement plan options.
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid time off allocations supporting vacation and personal days.
  • Professional Growth: Continued company-paid technical training, NEC education, and certification support.
  • Fleet & Mileage Support: Access to company vehicle or mileage reimbursement for official business travel.
  • Team Culture: Regular company-sponsored team events and a family-oriented work environment.

About Rytec Electric

Rytec Electric is a premier electrical service provider dedicated to delivering first-class electrical solutions while treating our customers and their properties with the utmost respect. Founded over fifteen years ago by Steven Scheeler, our company began with a single truck, a trailer, and a commitment to doing things right. We prioritize finding the best solutions for our clients, treating their properties with care, and backing our team with the resources needed to succeed.

Rytec Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection decisions are based strictly on job-related qualifications, technical trade capability, and demonstrated work ethic.

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