Classification: Apprentice Electrician

Location: Batesville, AR (Independence County)

Employment Type: Contract | Full-Time Hours | 4+ Week Project Engagement

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking Apprentice Electricians for contract positions on commercial and residential construction projects in Batesville, AR. Initial engagements are project-based, running 4 weeks or longer, with top performers eligible for conversion to direct hire. Candidates must be enrolled in or eligible for a registered apprenticeship program recognized by the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing (ADLL) or a DOL-approved apprenticeship sponsor. Apprentices will perform electrical installation tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician, supporting all phases of commercial and residential construction.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist Journeyman and Master Electricians with all phases of electrical rough-in and trim on commercial and residential projects
Support installation, bending, and support of EMT, rigid (GRC), IMC, and PVC conduit systems under journeyman direction; develop proficiency with hand and hydraulic benders
Pull and route wire and cable through conduit systems; maintain proper fill ratios and NEC-compliant practices under supervision
Assist with installation and termination of panels, subpanels, breakers, and service equipment per one-line diagrams and panel schedules
Install lighting fixtures, switches, receptacles, GFCI/AFCI devices, and specialty equipment under direction
Develop ability to read and interpret electrical construction drawings including one-line diagrams, riser diagrams, panel schedules, and detail sheets
Assist with layout and conduit runs, device locations, and panel placement from electrical drawings under journeyman guidance
Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant work area; follow all site safety and housekeeping standards
Participate in daily toolbox talks and site safety meetings; adhere to OSHA 29 CFR 1926 electrical standards and site-specific safety plans
Support material staging, takeoffs, and waste reduction as directed by foreman or superintendent
Actively pursue apprenticeship program hours, coursework, and on-the-job learning milestones

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Required:

Enrolled in or eligible to enroll in a DOL-registered or ADLL-recognized electrical apprenticeship program
Basic understanding of electrical concepts, tools, and safe work practices
Willingness to learn conduit systems — EMT, rigid, IMC, PVC — including layout, bending, and support installation
Ability to follow direction from licensed Journeymen and Foremen and apply feedback on the job
Valid driver's license; reliable transportation to job site
Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work at heights, and sustain physical demands across full shifts in varying conditions
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening

Preferred:

1–2 years of electrical field experience or vocational/trade school coursework in electrical
OSHA 10 – Construction certification
Prior exposure to commercial project types: multifamily, retail, or light industrial
Familiarity with reading basic electrical drawings or plans
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort with hand and power tools

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