Apprentice Electrician
The primary duties of this position are to assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic equipment and fixtures used in the petroleum industry following accepted Best Practices while maintaining excellent safety standards.
Job Responsibilities
Trouble-shoot and diagnose malfunctioning systems or components using the appropriate testing equipment to find and correct the failure.
Install conduits, pull wire and make final connections to circuit breakers, petroleum pumps, dispensers, Point of Sale consoles, tank monitors and petroleum lighting
Inspect electrical system and components to verify compliance with safety requirements, codes, project specifications and manufacturer requirements.
Verify proper operation of the electrical system
Advise management, customers, and fellow workmen when hazards are present and when electrical systems are safe to operate.
Work with project estimator on material take-off, material cost, and labor allowances
Must be able to use ammeters, voltmeters, thermal scanners, and cable testers to find problems and ensure components are working properly
Ability to use commonly used hand and power tools including screwdrivers, wire strippers, drills, saws, and conduit benders to run and protect wiring
Must be willing to travel and work out of town
Requirements Skills & Abilities
Work independently and as a member of a team
Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors)
Education & Experience
High school diploma or, GED
At least 1 year of Apprentice Electrician experience
Knowledge of National Electrical Code
Knowledge of Class 1, Division 1 wiring
Strong industrial background is a plus
Physical Requirements
To frequently lift and/or move 75 - 100 pounds while performing necessary duties
Work flexible hours and outside in all types of weather
Note: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position
