Electrical Apprenticeship (Fall 2026)

Electrical Technician Performs installations, alterations, additions, and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the residential, commercial, and industrial electrical industry.Position Requirements Uses Gaylor Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilitiesUnderstands and complies with Company and job safety requirements (O.S.H.A.)Understands and follows lock out tag out proceduresAcquires and maintains personal hand tools per Company policyCertified to operate platform and boom lifts, or able to obtain certification upon hire, as neededAble to perform work at various heights, up to 90', from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks, roofs, or other designated safe work areasWorks from all assigned types of mobile elevated work platformsAble to quickly learn hand conduit bending to ensure timely installationsAble to use two-handed tools/equipment (i.e. cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, jack hammers, etc.)Able to work in restrictive/tight areas (i.e. switchgear rooms, crawl spaces, utility tunnels, attics, etc.)Understands verbal instructions and heeds safety warningsReads and understands labels, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals, and written instructions accuratelyUnderstands basic math and can properly read tape measureTakes pride in craftsmanshipResponsibilities Attends apprenticeship classes and functionsMaintains passing grades during apprenticeship programReports to assigned job site location on time, as directedMaintains and properly stores tools, materials, and equipmentOrganizes materials and tools to maintain clean and neat work areaPossesses ability to dig trenches, either by use of hand tools or equipment, as necessaryMounts and installs assigned hardware (such as conduit, wires, and strapping) as directedAccurately identifies colors of wires and conductorsWorking Conditions May require working in all elements (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.) depending on job location and/or time of yearMust be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (port-o-lets)Must have required hand tools at all times while at work site (waist tool belts can weigh up to 30 lbs.)Must be able to work scheduled hours as well as overtime, as required, on short noticeMust be able to work in noisy environmentsMust be able to remain calm in times of heightened emotional situationsMust work well with others as a member of a team to complete tasksPhysical Requirements Must be able to wear personnel protective equipment (i.e., hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high visibility vest, safety harness, etc.) when requiredAbility to stand, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead for extended periods of timeAbility to lift loads of up to 51 lbs.Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingersAbility to climb and use ladders and scaffolding of all types for extended periods of timePossess good vision/hearing (normal or corrected)Ability to make transition from designated employee parking areas to construction areas and be able to gain access to all levels of building/structure, even if only means of access is by OSHA approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction but deemed safe for useAbility to work while constantly movingAbility to reach and stretch to position equipment, fixtures, etc. while maintaining balanceAbility to use both hands simultaneously for tying knots and for proper use of power equipmentMust be able to see color to discern color-coded wiringMust be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduitsEducation High School graduate or equivalency, preferredEnrolled in first year of electrical apprenticeship classes