Apprentice Electrician Job at Skillit, Richmond, VA

  • Skillit
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About this role

Join a commercial electrical team in Richmond, VA as an Apprentice Electrician. You'll work on construction sites assisting experienced electricians with installation, maintenance and repair of low- and high-voltage systems in commercial buildings. This role is hands-on and built for someone who wants to learn on the job and advance their electrical trade skills. You will follow site safety protocols, use hand and power tools, operate meters, and perform routine inspections to keep systems running safely. Ideal candidates have at least one year of electrical experience, a strong work ethic, and a readiness to follow direction and grow under mentorship.

What you'll do
  • Assist with installation, maintenance and repair of low- and high-voltage electrical circuits and components on commercial sites.
  • Help assemble and install electrical enclosures, conduit, panels, wiring and other system components.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, ohmmeters and voltmeters to troubleshoot, test and verify electrical work.
  • Perform routine inspections, verify work meets commercial codes, and report issues to lead electricians or supervisors.
  • Follow site safety protocols, participate in toolbox talks, and maintain clean, organized work areas and basic job documentation.
What we're looking for
  • At least 1 year of electrical work experience or equivalent hands-on experience in commercial settings.
  • Familiarity with low- and high-voltage systems, basic electrical theory and commercial electrical codes.
  • Comfort using hand tools, power tools, ohmmeters, voltmeters and other test equipment.
  • Ability to work on construction sites, follow safety protocols, and take direction from lead electricians.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Qualifications
  • Valid driver's license (required)
  • Pass background check and drug screen (required)
  • English proficiency for on-site communication and documentation
  • Minimum 1 year of electrical experience or equivalent hands-on training
  • Comfortable working with low- and high-voltage systems and reading basic electrical drawings
  • OSHA 10 or equivalent site safety training (preferred)
What we offer
  • Paid on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced electricians to support career growth.
  • Health insurance options and retirement plan participation.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Overtime opportunities and project-based hours for consistent work.
  • Mileage or travel reimbursement and a basic tool allowance or tool support.
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Job Tags

For contractors, Apprenticeship, Work experience placement

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