ALJob Title: Electrical Apprentice VA TECH IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! $18/HR Job Description As an Electrical Apprentice, you will support the installation of lighting equipment and LED upgrades. This role involves prepping fixtures for installation, learning the installation process, and ensuring materials are efficiently fed to technicians. Responsibilities • Support the installation of lighting equipment and LED upgrades. • Prep fixtures for installation and learn the installation process. • Feed technicians materials to keep the process running efficiently. • Sweep floors and pick up trash throughout the process. Essential Skills • Electrical aptitude • Assembly and service experience • Knowledge of lighting and light fixtures Additional Skills & Qualifications • Ideal for individuals seeking growth in the electrical field. • Initiative to learn and grow. • Reliability and strong attendance. Work Environment Work with a small crew of 3-4 people, primarily in Blacksburg Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of BLACKSBURG, VA Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Blacksburg,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 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.
See More Details >>Are you passionate about electrical engineering and eager to contribute to the dynamic, exciting industry of high reliability and space electronics? Our engineers at VPT work in a cross functional team to achieve a product that is industry leading in performance and reliability. All the engineers at VPT are passionate, energetic and like to think outside of the box. As a vital member of our engineering team, you will be • Developing new designs in switching power applications • Designing analog and digital circuits that are targeted for high reliability and space environments • Designing, layout and test new designs that meet the high expectations for the high reliability market • Learn about radiation effects and design for circuits • Keep abreast of state-of-the-art technologies and perform competitive bench marking for each project • Provide technical support for production issues, failure analysis and problem resolution VPT offers an excellent benefits package upon full-time hire including health and dental insurance, 401K, disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and paid time off. Salary will be discussed with applicant and is dependent upon experience. VPT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/VET/Disability Employer Requirements: Key Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering • Strong analytical and problem solving skills • Ability to analyze and test power electronic circuits • Familiarity with lab equipment including oscilloscope, function generator, frequency response analyzer, EMI test receiver • Lab experience in power electronics • Highly motivated, self-starter with strong personal integrity and attention to detail • Ability to work well with cross-functional teams • US Person
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See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Blacksburg, VA typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 135 electricians in Blacksburg, VA, with wages averaging $160.67 per week for apprentices and up to $259.13 per week for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
