Residential Electricians and Electrical Apprentices $16 to $24/hr

Residential Electricians & Electrical Apprentices – New Home Construction

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking Residential Electricians and Electrical Apprentices for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Indian Trail, NC.

This is a great opportunity for Electrical Apprentices looking to gain hands-on experience as well as experienced Residential Electricians looking for steady, long-term work with a reputable residential electrical contractor.

PAY:

• Electrical Apprentice: $16.00–$20.00/hour, based on experience
• Residential Electrician: $21.00–$24.00/hour, based on experience

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Electrical Apprentice: Less than 2 years of residential electrical experience
• Residential Electrician: 4+ years of residential electrical experience

HOURS: 7:00 AM–4:30 PM
SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, approximately 40+ hours/week
START DATE: ASAP
DURATION: Temp-to-hire / potential permanent placement

Job Description

Residential Electricians and Electrical Apprentices will perform and assist with electrical installation and wiring on ground-up new home construction projects. Responsibilities will vary based on experience level and may include:

• Running and terminating residential electrical wiring
• Assisting with or performing rough-in and trim-out electrical work
• Installing outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, panels, breakers, and other electrical devices
• Assisting with panel installations and electrical equipment
• Installing receptacles, GFCI/AFCI devices, smoke detectors, and other residential electrical components
• Reading and following electrical plans, blueprints, and diagrams
• Using electrical hand tools, power tools, meters, and testing equipment
• Assisting with troubleshooting electrical issues
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas
• Following NEC, applicable electrical codes, OSHA requirements, and company safety procedures
• Working independently or as part of a crew, depending on experience level

Qualifications

Electrical Apprentice:

• Less than 2 years of residential electrical experience
• New home construction experience or exposure preferred
• Strong willingness to learn and develop electrical skills
• Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a crew

Residential Electrician:

• Minimum 4 years of residential electrical experience
• Ability to perform residential electrical installation work with limited supervision
• Knowledge of residential wiring methods and electrical systems
• Ability to read electrical plans, blueprints, and diagrams
• Experience with electrical hand tools, power tools, meters, and testing equipment

Both Positions:

• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb ladders, twist, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work in attics, crawl spaces, and other areas common to new home construction

Preferred Qualifications

• New home construction experience
• Electrical apprenticeship or technical training
• OSHA certification
• Experience with residential remodeling or service work

Tools Required

• Side cutters
• Dikes
• Impact drill
• Screwdriver set
• Level
• Hacksaw
• Channel-lock pliers

Required PPE

• Steel-toe boots
• Hard hat
• Safety vest
• Safety glasses
• Work gloves

This is an excellent opportunity for Electrical Apprentices to gain valuable hands-on experience and for Residential Electricians to secure steady, long-term work with potential for permanent placement.

Superior Skilled Trades is a national provider of skilled trades personnel.