Electrician Trainee

Overview

Function as an Electrician Trainee, under a certified or licensed Electrician for Bergelectric Corp. Assist electricians with installing new electrical systems and repairing existing electrical systems while maintaining compliance with national, state and local electrical codes along with all Bergelectric policies and procedures. Support activities at commercial, industrial, institutional and residential locations. This is considered to be a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, repair, maintenance and testing of commercial, industrial, and residential electrical systems in full support of Bergelectric Corp. safety, operations and productivity initiatives.
• Use industry related hand tools and power tools, under supervision.
• Assist the Electrician with measuring, cutting, bending, threading and installing wire and electrical cable systems, conduit systems and other wire raceway systems.
• Assist the Electrician with wires and cables within control centers, distribution boxes, transformers, transducers, switch gear, receptacles, switches etc.
• Work with an Electrician to splice and terminate wires at junction points.
• Duties include cleanup, gathering and transporting materials to electricians on the construction site.
• Communicate effectively with Foremen and crew members.
• Maintain workflow schedule to ensure all Bergelectric productivity objectives are met.
• Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism and courtesy when interacting with colleagues, customers and vendors.
• Adhere to all Bergelectric Corp.’s safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Currently an Electrician Trainee, enrolled or working on enrollment in an approved Electrician Trainee program (in accordance with the applicable state regulations).
• Knowledge of electrical theory, basic circuits, branch circuits and specialty systems.
• Knowledge of magnetic induction, three-phase transformers, conductors and wiring methods.
• The ability to read and understand electrical single line blueprints.
• Familiar with aspects of operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment and how to safely use them.

Physical Demands

• Lift 50 lbs. from the ground and pull 50 lbs. of force.
• Perform ladder climbing, wire pulling and conduit pulling.
• Fully squat, stoop or kneel while wearing a 25 lbs. tool belt.
• Maintain a standing position for long periods of time while performing repetitive actions such as grasping or manipulating wires.
• Work off of ladders, man lifts or reach booms.

Working Environment

• A variety of weather conditions including cold, snow, rain, heat, etc.
• High noise levels.

Salary Range

Benefits

Bergelectric is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k retirement plan with employer matching.

EEO Statement

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Supervisor or their designee.

Bergelectric is a Federal government contractor and subject to the requirements of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). We have listed the affirmative action laws that we are governed by and their implementing regulations for your easy reference:

• The Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistant Act of 1974, as amended (41 C.F.R. 60-300)
• Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (41 C.F.R. 60-741)