Apprentice Electrician-Shreveport, LA

About the Role

• Assist with installation, repair, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems in commercial, industrial, and residential settings. • Use industry‑related hand and power tools under supervision. • Measure, cut, bend, thread, and install wiring, cable, and conduit systems. • Work on control centers, distribution boxes, transformers, switchgear, receptacles, and switches. • Splice and terminate wires at junction points. • Clean, gather, and transport materials to electricians on site. • Maintain workflow schedules to meet productivity objectives. • Adhere to all Bergelectric safety policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸installation
• ▸testing
• ▸wiring
• ▸control centers
• ▸splicing
• ▸safety

What You Bring

The Apprentice Electrician works under the guidance of a certified or licensed electrician at Bergelectric Corp. They assist with installing new electrical systems and repairing existing ones across commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential projects while ensuring compliance with national, state, and local electrical codes and company policies. This position is classified as safety‑sensitive. The role requires physical labor such as lifting up to 50 lb, pulling 50 lb of force, climbing ladders, and handling wire and conduit pulling while frequently squatting, stooping, or kneeling with a 25 lb tool belt. Employees must stand for long periods and perform repetitive motions. Work is performed in various weather conditions and noisy environments, often using ladders, man lifts, or reach booms. • Communicate effectively with foremen and crew members. • Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy with colleagues, customers, and vendors. • Enrolled in an approved apprenticeship program. • Knowledge of electrical theory, basic and specialty circuits. • Understanding of magnetic induction, three‑phase transformers, conductors, and wiring methods. • Ability to read electrical single‑line blueprints. • Familiarity with operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems. • Basic knowledge of tools and safe usage.

Requirements

• ▸apprenticeship
• ▸electrical theory
• ▸blueprint reading
• ▸tool safety
• ▸professionalism
• ▸communication

Benefits

Bergelectric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision coverage and a 401(k) plan with employer matching. The company complies with ADA requirements and federal contractor regulations, including OFCCP guidelines and affirmative‑action statutes. Equal employment opportunity is a core commitment.

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