Apprentice Electrician

Job Summary

Advanced Electrical Technologies (AET) - a Pacific Northern Environmental LLC Company, is seeking an Apprentice Electrician who thrives in a fast-paced, team environment and has the ability to provide exceptional service to our company, clients, and employees.

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC consists of five divisions including Advanced Electrical Technologies (AET), Taurus Power and Controls/Taurus Power Services (Taurus), Cowlitz Clean Sweep (CCS), Pacific Northern Environmental Construction (PNEC), and WasteXpress Environmental (WXE). Together, we specialize in commercial and petroleum construction, industrial and commercial electrical, industrial cleaning, and hazardous waste disposal. PNE LLC is a multi-state organization with operating offices in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Hawaii. In addition, we carry out projects across the United States.

At AET, we are a premier West Coast Commercial, industrial electrical contractor, control, and automation group. We pride ourselves on our ability to remain forward thinking and innovative in the latest commercial and industrial electrical technologies and applications. We ensure our employee’s education and training reflect AET’s company technological visions.

The Apprentice Electrician supports the Journeyman Electrician in performing a variety of electrical tasks across commercial and industrial job sites. This role is designed to provide hands-on learning opportunities while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to code.

Education and Experience Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License required and must meet eligibility requirements to be covered under the company’s vehicle insurance policy.

Enrolled in an Idaho approved apprenticeship program

Any previous experience working in an electrical or industrial related field is preferred, not required.

Current First Aid certification preferred.

May be required to meet facial hair standards in accordance with OSHA’s Respiratory Protection standard (29 CFR 1910.34).

Duties and Responsibilities

The Apprentice Electrician possessing the education and experience listed above performs the following:

Safely operate and maintain company vehicles as required for job duties, ensuring compliance with all traffic laws and company policies.

Learn from the Journeyman Electrician and completes all assigned duties.

Assists with installation of electrical systems per blueprints, construction drawings, and NEC codes in commercial buildings and industrial

Pull wire, install conduit, lighting systems, panels, and other electrical components according to project specs and under the direction of a Journeyman.

Identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and assist with repairs of equipment and electrical faults.

Learn and apply safe work practices, following site-specific and company safety requirements, including lockout/tagout, PPE protocols, etc.

Travels out to various public and private spaces to assist the Journeyman Electrician, maintaining job site organization, cleanliness, and tool accountability

Read and interprets blueprints schematics, and site plans under guidance.

Record update work logs, clients' accounts, and handles other administrative duties.

Communicates with clients in a professional, courteous manner at all times.

Coordinate tasks and work alongside other trades and subcontractors in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment

Attend safety briefings and site meetings as required.

Respond to direction from Foreman, Journeymen, and Project Managers.

Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.

Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.

Respectfully takes direction from the manager

Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The candidate must possess and be adaptable to the following physical abilities and working conditions:

Move about the jobsite.

Move work related equipment up to 50lbs.

Remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.

Operate various technological devices, including a computer and cell phone.

Occasionally ascend/descend ladders and/or stairs, working at heights and operating lifts as needed

Must be open to travel approximately 25%, however travel may not always be required. Some overnight stays may be required per customer needs (company to pay for accommodation and per diem).

Perform duties in an industrial and/or construction environment, where noise levels are high at times and may involve confined spaces.

4-10s working schedule, Fridays/Weekends as necessary

Must be able to successfully complete and maintain a valid DOT physical examination/med card, including baseline and annual/periodic recertificiation, as required for the role.

Must be able to successfully ocmplete baseline and annual/periodic audiometric testing as a condition of employment

Employee Benefit Program

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC presently provides coverage for:

Medical, Dental & Vision options with low premiums for employees and eligible dependents

Life AD&D - Voluntary and Company paid.

Specialty RX programs.

Group AFLAC options – Hospital, Critical, Accident and short-term Disability Plans

Telehealth by Teladoc.

401(k) with discretionary annual company matching contributions.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Trainings and Certifications

Paid Time Off

Paid Holiday for qualifying employees

Up to $2,000 per year profit sharing for qualifying employees

Annual company events

Safety Incentives

Please apply directly – https://pneco.bamboohr.com/careers/80 

***Not open to outside recruiters***

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC (PNE, LLC) are expected to perform tasks as assigned by PNE supervisory/management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties. This position has been determined as “safety sensitive,” as defined as a position wherein an accident could cause human life, serious bodily injury, or significant property or environmental damage and is therefore subject to pre-employment drug screening including that of THC.

We are a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace. All new hires are subject to testing in accordance with local, federal, and state guidelines.