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Electrical Apprentice
- Aerotek (Des Moines, IA)
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Job Title: Electrical Apprentice
*Job Description: We are seeking motivated Electrical Apprentices to join our growing electrical division. This role is ideal for individuals with electrical aptitude or construction industry experience who are eager to build a career in the trades. You will work alongside licensed journeyman technicians on new installations of electrical systems/units across residential, multi-family, and light industrial projects.
*Responsibilities
+ Assist journeyman electricians with the installation of electrical wiring, conduit, and low-voltage systems
+ Support electrical layout and connections for HVAC units, panels, and related equipment
+ Run and terminate wires, install outlets, switches, and lighting fixtures under supervision
+ Read and interpret electrical blueprints and schematics to assist with installations
+ Perform general tasks including power vacuuming of pipes, cleaning job sites, and moving units
+ Troubleshoot basic electrical issues and support journeyman in diagnosing problems
+ Perform demanding tasks including bending, crouching, kneeling, and lifting over 100 lbs with a team member
*Essential Skills
+ 1+ year of experience as an electrical helper or mechanical/construction aptitude
+ Ability to use impact drivers, wire strippers, and basic hand tools
+ Valid driver’s license
+ Mechanical aptitude with understanding of electrical wiring and low-voltage systems
*Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Familiarity with reading electrical blueprints and schematics
+ Experience in skilled trades or construction installations
+ Willingness to purchase and maintain personal power tools as the role progresses
+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
*Why Work Here
+ Join a company with over 20 years of industry experience and a new electrical division offering career growth opportunities
+ Weekly commissions, periodic bonuses, and paid trade school opportunities through the local ABC Program
+ Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, tool allowances, paid holidays, and PTO
+ Work in a supportive, community-oriented environment actively involved with local charities
*Work Environment
+ Team-oriented and dynamic construction environment
+ Busy schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 60+ hours per week, starting at 7AM each morning
+ Collaborate with journeyman electricians, meeting either at the shop or directly on job sites
+ Dress code: jeans, work boots, and work-appropriate t-shirt (company-provided shirts available)
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Des Moines, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45000.00 - $75000.00/yr.
will gather company benefits - new to the account and still digging in
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 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.
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