Merit Electrical Group, Inc. is an electrical contracting company dedicated to earning through performance.  To help fulfill our mission, we foster a safe work environment that encourages collaboration, respect, relationships and continual learning where excellence is rewarded. Job Summary An Apprentice Electrician is an entry-level electrical trainee enrolled in an apprenticeship program to learn the concepts and skills necessary to become a certified journeyman electrician. Apprentices receive two types of training: classroom education and on-the-job paid training. The person for this position must be flexible with work assignments/travel. The schedule is typically 7a-3:30p M-F, 2nd and 3rd shift possible on occasion. Responsibilities and Duties + Demonstrates safe work habits and proper care of tools and equipment + Keeps all materials, tools, and equipment in an orderly fashion and keeps the work area clean at all times + Performing electrical construction tasks under supervision + Assists in wire pulls, mounting and strapping conduits and equipment + Expected to work on (1) man tasks during Apprenticeship after given instruction Qualifications + Current driver’s license + Must have reliable transportation + High School Diploma or GED; high school transcript + Must pass pre-employment assessments which include:a Math/Reading and Professionalism and Mechanical Aptitude Test + Must pass Urine Drug Test + Must have your own hand tools + Must Have A Clean Criminal Background Checks (Act 34, Act 114, Act 151) Physical Job Functions + Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach over head + Lifts 51 pounds + Climbs ladders (all types) + Can complete overhead work for full day assignments + Possesses good vision (normal or corrected) Skills + Must possess basic math, reading, and writing skills + Must possess a mechanical aptitude + Must possess good hand/eye coordination + Must possess manual dexterity + Must demonstrate initiative and creativity + Must be a team player + Must adhere to ALL Safety standards set forth by the company Training Requirements + On-The-Job Training: Must complete a total of 4 years - 8,000 hours/2,000 each year of on-the-job training in each year of Apprenticeship + Classroom Training: Must attend 180 hours of classroom instruction in each year of Apprenticeship training/for 4-years, and maintain a minimum of passing grade of 75% + If a recent tech school graduate, may be permitted to “test out” of the first year. + OSHA-10 Certification + CPR/First Aide Certification Benefits  + Excellent Health Plan + Dental & Vision Plan + 401-K Plan + Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays  Merit Electrical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Powered by JazzHR