Becoming an electrician in Harlingen, TX, 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. With an average wage of $931 per week and a projected job growth of 11% from 2022 to 2032, the electrical trade in Harlingen offers strong earning potential. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with annual earnings often exceeding $48,000 for experienced professionals.
Facility Solutions Group is dedicated to timeless contribution and service in lighting, electrical, energy, and technology fields. Our mission is to consistently provide our customers with superior value through quality products, service and support by contributing to the quality of life of all employees. As one of the nation’s largest single-source providers of lighting and electrical products, electrical services, electrical construction, and energy management solutions is expanding their staff and seeking an Apprentice Electrician to join the Harlingen, TX team. JOB DESCRIPTION As an Apprentice Electrician you will work under the guidance of a Journeyman level electrician assisting in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of electrical systems on commercial work sites. The ideal candidate will be working towards a career in the trade with Facility Solutions Group. An Apprentice Electrician will: • Gather tools and supplies to be used at work site. • Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit. • Trace out short circuits in wiring. • Assist in lifting, positioning, and fastening objects such as wiring, conduit, and motors. • Maintain tools and equipment and keeps supplies and parts in order. • Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment. • Help in securing, relocating and organizing materials, small tools, and equipment from and back to appropriate storage areas. • Keep work area clean by collecting and disposing of scrap, excess materials, and refuse. • Assists in pulling wire, lifting, hoisting and positioning materials. • May operate hand tools and equipment under direct supervision of a Foreman or more senior electrician. • Assists in mounting and strapping conduit. • Assists more senior personnel in electrical installations, connections, and terminations under close supervision. • Performs other project related duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor. • An apprentice electrician will not work on energized circuits or equipment. JOB REQUIREMENTS The ideal candidate will satisfy the following requirements and qualifications: • High School Diploma or General Education Degree • MUST have Current State Apprentice Electrician’s License • MUST be able to pass a background screen • Valid driver’s license • Ability to multitask while staying organized • Strong verbal and written communications skills • Positive customer service skills • Experience in lighting a plus! WE OFFER • Stable employment • 401K with Match from Day 1 • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life benefits • 22 Days PTO, rolls over and has cash out options • Paid Weekly • Advancement opportunities for outstanding performers FSG is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
See More Details >>Pipeline Technical Services, INC. is an electrical construction and automation installation company. Our primary customer base consist of working in the oil & Gas industry. Our I&E crews range typically from three – eight persons depending on the size of the project. We are looking for people willing to travel, learn, and work hard. Electrical Skill Set’s: · I/E electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Apprentice Electrician · Experienced Electricians, 2-5 years preferred in the oil & gas field. · Electrical Crews are experienced with working, o Tank Farms, Truck and ship loading terminals, pump stations, etc. · Automation design and control. o Knowledge of PLC’s and general control systems o Experience with field end devices, Valve Motor Operators, pressure and temperature end devices, general process control devices. · AC 120/240 control and process circuits. · 480V power, MCC’s & Motor Controls · Medium Voltage 2400V – 13.8kV service work and termination, installation. · Conduit - ridged conduit, Hazardous class1 div1/div2 installations · Wire pulling · PM services (Instrumentation, Motors, MCC, facility turn arounds) Current project locations: · Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Georgia, Florida, Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Illinois Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $32.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • Monday to Friday • Overtime • Weekends as needed Application Question(s): • Willing to travel across throughout the midwest for work. Experience: • Electrical: 1 year (Preferred) Willingness to travel: • 100% (Required) Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>The time is now! KOMAN Advantage is looking for a Journeyman Electrician to support our federal project in Harlingen, TX. WHY WORK HERE? • Competitive hourly salary $20-$23 • Benefits selected start first of month after hire. • Robust benefit options: medical, vision, dental, additional life insurance, critical illness, additional hospitalization coverage, pet insurance, and identity theft offerings. • Company paid 1X salary life insurance, short term disability and long-term disability insurance. • Company match up to 4% on 401K. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Use supplied tools, equipment and safety instructions. • Strive towards apprentice goal attainment and certifications. • Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with site policies. • Possess the ability to understand schematics and technical manuals • Assist the Electrician, which may involve doing basic tasks such as handling the tools, and it may also involve working independently from the Electrician at times on electrical tasks that require less skill or experience • Collaborate with other electrical staff to identify and solve problems. • Complete electrical wiring tasks, alignment adjustments, and calibration of equipment following manuals, schematics, diagrams, blueprints and equipment specifications. • Use educational training for learning all procedures for installing and maintaining electrical systems as well as local and federal regulations and safety requirements. • Assists with and completes maintenance work orders on electrical equipment. This includes testing malfunctioning equipment, identifying defects, troubleshooting, repairing equipment and replacing defective parts. QUALIFICATIONS: • 2-6 years of electrical contracting experience. • Previous apprentice experience is highly preferred. • Demonstrate knowledge of electrical codes. • Have basic health and safety awareness. • Timekeeping, reliability, ability to work as part of a team. • Willingness and ability to undertake formal training relating to successful achievement of apprenticeship. • Flexibility with regards to the work location, hours of work and duties KA is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. As a Federal Contract Employer, KOMAN Families of Companies follows Federal Laws as it pertains to drug testing. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo drug testing for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with Federal Law. It is important to note although a State may have legalized a controlled substance, if the controlled substance is illegal per Federal Law, it is then considered to be illegal. KOMAN Families of Companies is a Drug-Free Workplace. Successful completion of a background and DMV record check also must be completed prior to hire. Preference will be given to Natives of Kodiak, Inc. Shareholders and Descendants of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).
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