Becoming an electrician in New Braunfels, 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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In New Braunfels, the average wage for electricians is approximately $929 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
CSE Electric is now hiring for apprentice electricians (helpers) for the San Antonio and surrounding areas as we ramp up our construction projects! We are currently offering a $500 bonus after you have been employed with us for 90 days! RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist electricians with pulling wire, basic troubleshooting, and installation of electrical wiring, components, fixtures, and equipment • Use hand tools and power tools to complete tasks efficiently • Adhere to all safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe work environment • Keep work areas clean and organized, including disposing of debris and properly storing tools • Assist in accurately documenting work orders, time sheets, and inspection reports • Participate in training and educational opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge • Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, gloves and steel-toed work boots • Follow company procedures and meet role expectations • Attend relevant company and safety meetings QUALIFICATIONS • Reliable transportation to and from jobsites in San Antonio and Austin Areas, as well as surrounding cities. Please ask for more details. • High school diploma or equivalent with prior commercial helper or other trades • Willingness to learn and work under the guidance of experienced electricians • Basic understanding of electrical principles and concepts • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety • Demonstrate strong communication and organization capabilities • Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions • Deal with problems involving variables in standardized and/or unexpected situations • Ability to follow instructions and collaborate effectively as part of a team • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment • Valid Texas Driver’s License Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • Overtime • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Production Worker - Electrical Essential Functions: A production worker in electrical, is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment in a factory or warehouse and preparing items for distribution. The job description of a production worker in electrical involves assembling and checking product parts, ensuring that all machinery runs smoothly, assisting in the shipment of items, assembling electrical parts for installation and mounting electrical components and fixtures. Electrician Apprentice Duties & Responsibilities: • Support and Assist electricians and follow task directions • Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly • Cut metal components for installation. • Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure the proper functioning • Install electrical components, equipment, or systems • Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects • Repair electrical equipment • Drill holes in construction materials • Thread wire or cable through ducts or conduits • Maintain a safe working environment by following all company rules and OSHA safety standards • Complying with service standards, work instructions, and customers’ requirements • Maintain professional, respectful, and timely service Electricians Apprentice Requirements: • High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent • Proficient experience in electrical equipment • Reliable and self-motivated • Understanding of advanced principles of industrial, commercial, residential electrical systems • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills • A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach • Responsible and trustworthy • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standard operating procedures, and shop drawings. • Ability to influence and communicate work standards and tasks to production personnel. • Ability to work in and exemplify team based methods. • Good problem-solving skills and interpersonal communication skills. • Strong performance in quality, thru-put, safety, and acceptable attendance. Core Competencies: • Detail Oriented • Problem Solving/Analysis • Results Driven • Communication Proficiency • Time Management • Organized • Planful Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment: This job operates from varied work areas to include professional office environment, most time spent on the manufacturing production floor, and occasional field job sites. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions dependent by weather conditions including hot and cold temperatures, dust, forklift traffic, and industrial machine operation including saws, grinders, and chemical cleaning agents. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May encounter lifting requirements up to 50lbs or heavier loads with the assistance of others. Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including hard hat, safety vest, eye protection, and hearing protection, is required when working in extreme conditions and field job sites. EOE
See More Details >>The Substation Electrician Apprentice I, under direct supervision, will perform various tasks in construction, operations, and maintenance of electric substation and transmission facilities to include distribution breakers and apparatus, transmission breakers and apparatus, power transformers, control systems, structures, substation properties, and transmission rights of way. Responds during and after normal business hours to all trouble calls relating to Substations in all weather conditions. Demonstrates safe driving habits and maintains a clean driving record. Expected to learn NBU systems and processes in order to execute both routine and abnormal work activities safely and efficiently. The Substation Electrician Apprentice I develops skills and knowledge developing the overall team's capability. The Substation Electrician Apprentice I is expected to complete the training and demonstrate competency in the skills established within Level I of NBU's Substation Apprenticeship Program after 12 months. In the case of extraordinary circumstances, and with Management approval, the Substation Electrician Apprentice I may be granted up to 6 months of additional time to complete this program step. Minimum qualifications are non-negotiable.
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