Becoming an electrician in Rifle, CO, 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 strong presence in Colorado, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Rifle earn an average of $612 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Job Title: Electrical O&M Technician Journeyman Electrician Job Description The Journeyman Electrician (License not needed) level O&M Technician will be part of a 2-3 person team maintaining and operating a utility-scale solar plant in Parachute, Colorado. The ideal candidate must have a strong background and knowledge of commercial or industrial electrical systems, preferably with controls and SCADA experience. The electrician will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the electrical systems of the entire plant, including individual arrays, inverters, SCADA control systems, motor controls, and more. Responsibilities • Maintain and operate a utility-scale solar plant. • Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems of the plant. • Handle electrical systems including individual arrays, inverters, SCADA control systems, and motor controls. • Collaborate with a team of 2-3 technicians. Essential Skills • Strong background in commercial or industrial electrical systems. • Experience with controls and SCADA systems. • Proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems. • Knowledge of electrical system components such as inverters, SCADA control systems, and motor controls. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Journeyman-level electrician. • Skills in conduit, construction, blueprint reading, wiring, schematic interpretation, and installation. Why Work Here? This project extends through September with the potential for long-term employment. The company is looking for someone to prove their abilities and potentially secure a permanent position. Work Environment This position is on-site at the utility-scale solar plant in Parachute, Colorado. The work will involve maintaining and operating electrical systems in a team environment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Parachute, Colorado. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/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 Rifle,CO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 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 >>Encore Electric is a Colorado Licensed electrical contractor with opportunities throughout Colorado. We are focused on delivering a wide array of electrical construction projects and maintenance services. We're there for our customers exactly when needed with the right talent, the right tools, and the right technology. We are looking for the best electricians out there that expect more from their employer. We provide great pay and benefits, opportunity for training and advancement, & not to mention the stability of being a part of a company that has many years worth of backlog. Overview: The Journeyman directs the tasks of Apprentices and potentially other Journeymen electricians and participates in commercial electrical construction and service work. Compensation Range for this Role: $37.00-43.00 per hour General Responsibilities: • Works with a commitment to safety • Upholds the core values of Encore Electric • Acts as a professional and uses basic work ethics • Comes to work on time every day with appropriate attire and tools • Keeps work area clean • Installs quality work in a neat and workmanship like manner • Treats tools with respect • Works and climbs on ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms • Identifies electrical parts and components • Perform strenuous physical work i.e., digging, kneeling, shoveling, lifting, pulling, pushing, climbing • Keeps up with changing technology • Keeps up with the national electrical code • Wears tools at all required times • Work in all weather conditions Specific Responsibilities: Leadership • Assist Apprentices in completing Apprenticeship Paperwork including hours and reviews • Lay out and organizes assigned tasks to apprentices • Take accountability for their continuing education, including: • Keeping up with changing technology • Keeping up with the national electrical code • Responsible for leading communications with apprentices and following direction from foreman including tell back procedure Risk Management • Take accountability and responsibility for safety, quality control and productivity ensuring employees do it safe, do it right, then work on speed and on other projects • Catch and correct errors • Ensure employees work safely wearing all proper Personal Protective Equipment • Plan materials and tools needed to complete the job • May perform hot work if qualified and trained with all necessary precautions in place General • Install raceway, pull wire, and mount equipment, training apprentices to do the same • Assemble and install small to large electrical parts and pieces, training apprentices to do the same • Trim outlets, recessed cans and other repetitive finish work, training apprentices to do the same • Use electrical formulas to figure out pipe fill, device and panel size, and disconnect • Read and understand basic blueprints • Handle material required for the job • Perform duties as assigned by foreman Other duties as may be assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: • The construction process from scheduling to manpower to the labor, materials and equipment required for installation • Constructability and the construction process • Electrical construction to manage costs • Algebra and geometry • Statistics Physical Requirements: A functional physical is required to be completed and passed before work can be performed in all field positions. The physical requirements can often be completed repetitively and for extended periods of time. These requirements include: Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent is required while a degree in related field is preferred such as four years of apprenticeship training or three years of apprenticeship training with two year degree from technical college. • A Journeyman Wireman’s license from the State of Colorado or appropriate State is required. Benefits: • Encore Electric provides excellent benefits for our employees, including: medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, and life insurance, employee-matched 401(k), paid time off (PTO), an employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice. • Encore also provides a generous employee referral program, and access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program. Applications will close for this position on: December 31, 2025 To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected]. Encore Electric, Inc. is an EOE, including disability/vets.
See More Details >>The Speedy Electricians, a well-established and reputable electrical contractor is looking for experienced electricians to join their company. This position is an open-ended contract with employment anticipated to continue for the foreseeable future as The Speedy Electricians grows month-in-month-out. n JOB SUMMARY: nDaily duties for this position as an electrician include: n · Provide residential and commercial electrical services. n· Provide estimates on-site for customers. n· Maintain company property, vehicles and tools. n· Repairing electrical faults and electrical troubleshooting. n· New wiring and rewiring work. n· Installing and repairing lighting, outlets. n· Troubleshooting faulty and installing new major appliances. n· Fixing problems with panel breakers. n· Installing and fixing generators and EV charging stations. n JOB REQUIREMENTS: n· GED or high school diploma. n· Minimum of 4 years experience as an electrician. n· Driver’s license. n· Drug screening. n· Background check. n· Electrical code knowledge in Colorado. n· Maintain a clean and professional appearance. n· Provide own transport and tools. n· Be able to work independently. n Compensation: $70,000 to $85,000 anually plus bonuses based on experience.
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