EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE in Rigby, Idaho at Nelson Electric LLC

Get to Know Us

Nelson Electric is an Electrical Contractor that provides superior electrical services in Idaho, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, Florida, Texas, and Colorado. Our business operates with our motto “honesty, integrity and reliability.”

What You’ll Do Here

As an experienced electrical apprentice, you’ll work alongside journeyman electricians to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems. You’ll help prepare materials, use standard electrical tools, read blueprints and schematic drawings, and complete assigned work safely and accurately.

You’ll follow company safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements, use ladders, scaffolding, and platforms safely, and promptly report hazards or unsafe conditions. You’ll also help keep tools and equipment in good working condition and follow safe practices around stored energy and power sources.

What We Give You

Our employees are the backbone of our company! We pride ourselves on being a first-rate place to work, because of this culture and mindset, we offer:

• Competitive Pay- We know our employees work hard for us! So, we want to work hard for them by offering competitive salaries, job per diems, and drive time per diems.
• Paid Vacation- We believe in a healthy work/life balance- Our employees receive vacation after one year.
• Sick Pay- After a three-month probationary period, our employees will receive 40 hours of sick time.
• Holiday Pay- Nelson Electric is a family run business, we love our employees, but we want you home with your families for the holidays.
• Health Coverage- We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurance packages.
• Supplemental insurance- We offer additional supplemental insurance to ensure you are well covered!

This Position is full-time and will average 40 hours/week.

An Equal Opportunity Employer-M/F/D/V.

What We Need from You

Much of this role is trainable, but there are specific items needed that will make you successful.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Enrolled in an electrician program at a vocational school or an electrician apprenticeship
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and local codes
• Current Electrical Apprentice License/valid Driver’s License
• At least two years of hands-on electrical construction experience preferred
• Able to follow direction, ask questions when unsure, communicate jobsite concerns, and work cooperatively with journeyman electricians and other crew members
• Proficient with standard industry tools and techniques
• Able to read/interpret and understand blueprints, schematic drawings, and specification manuals
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills
• Understanding of stored energy and power sources
• Physically fit and capable of carrying up to 50 pounds, stand, bend, move repetitively for up to 10 hours
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules
• A willingness to learn and work overtime when required