3rd Year Electrical Apprentice

Job Title: 3rd Year Electrical Apprentice

Job Description

Under close supervision, the 3rd Year Electrical Apprentice assists in the testing and maintenance of site/field equipment, as well as the installation, rearrangement, and removal of equipment and associated wiring at customer sites or company locations. The role involves aiding in the testing, moving, repairing, and adjustment of equipment issues related to trouble reports and performing routine testing. The apprentice also participates in field construction inspection and testing to ensure compliance with applicable NETA specifications, plans, and sound construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the testing and maintenance of site/field equipment and associated wiring.

• Support the testing, moving, repair, and adjustment of equipment problems related to trouble reports.

• Participate in field construction inspection and testing to ensure compliance with NETA specifications.

• Prepare equipment for testing under the direction of the commissioning lead.

• Assist the commissioning lead in the operation of load banks and equipment with proper PPE.

• Report testing activities and status updates to the Lead Test Technician for scheduling purposes.

• Prepare inspection activity reports or maintain record checklists on performed inspection activities.

Essential Skills

• Basic knowledge of test instruments

• Good knowledge of computer use, IPad use, live data entry, and barcode scanning

• Ability to wear proper PPE, including Arc Flash Suit

• Ability to work at heights

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, with team lifting required for heavier loads

• Ability to stand for long periods

• Proficient communication in English

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience with a High School diploma

• 3rd year apprentice or higher

• Electrical, conduit, wire pulling, installation, construction, wiring, and blueprint skills

Why Work Here?

Join an electrical apprenticeship program that offers a supportive environment and growth opportunities. Experience hands-on learning while working alongside experienced professionals who are dedicated to your development.

Work Environment

The work environment is a pre-fab setting with heating but no air conditioning. Work is scheduled for five days a week, including four 10-hour shifts and one 8-hour shift, totaling a minimum of 48 hours. The schedule is Monday to Thursday from 5:30 AM to 4 PM, and Friday from 5:30 AM to 2 PM. Personal protective equipment (PPE) required includes steel-toed boots, a hard hat, a safety vest, and safety glasses. Steel-toed boots must be provided by the contractor, while all other PPE is supplied during orientation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ruther Glen, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $45.00/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 Ruther Glen,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 2, 2025.

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.