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$21 - $23/hr

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How to get a job as an electric trainee with no experience?

To become an electric trainee with no experience, focus on obtaining a relevant high school diploma or GED, and consider enrolling in an apprenticeship program or technical school to learn basic electrical skills. Gaining hands-on experience through entry-level positions or volunteering can also improve your chances, and obtaining certifications like OSHA safety training can make you more competitive.

What is an electrical trainee?

An electrical trainee is an entry-level position for individuals learning electrical systems, often involving supervised work on wiring, installations, and maintenance. Trainees typically acquire skills through on-the-job training and may pursue certifications such as OSHA safety or electrical apprenticeships to advance in the field.

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Infographic showing various Electric Trainee job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Electric Line Technician Trainee

Front Royal, VA • On-site

Town of Front Royal, VA
Public Administration • 51 - 200 employees

$19.90 - $31.84/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Salary: $19.90 - $31.84 Hourly
Location : Front Royal, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00227
Department: Energy Services
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
The Electric Line Technician Trainee performs semi-skilled and progressively skilled work assisting with the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, and restoration of the Town's overhead and underground electrical distribution system and related facilities. This position is designed to provide on-the-job training and practical experience in electric utility line work, safety procedures, equipment operation, and electrical distribution system maintenance.
The Electric Line Technician Trainee assists Line Technicians with the installation and repair of overhead and underground power lines, poles, cross arms, insulators, transformers, lightning arrestors, and related equipment. Duties may also include assisting with streetlight and traffic signal maintenance, locating underground utilities, setting electrical poles, trimming trees, performing substation maintenance and testing, and completing minor electrical work in Town facilities.
The Town is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law.
  • Act as groundman in the installation, repairing, and replacement of cross arms, leg supports, cable insulator and lightning arrestors.
  • Assist other Line Technicians in installing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground power transmission and distribution lines and related facilities.
  • Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair work on low voltage distribution lines.
  • Locate underground lines.
  • Assist in hanging transformers and wiring up secondaries.
  • Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of street lights, traffic signals, and other facilities.
  • Participate in current and ongoing safety training, maintenance of standards, and equipment checks and maintenance.
  • Operate a variety of utility vehicles and equipment including line truck, bucket truck, digger, boom, compressor, and test equipment.
  • Dig holes and set electrical poles.
  • Trim trees.
  • Put up banners and decorations.
  • Assist in substation maintenance and testing.
  • Perform minor electrical work in Town buildings.
  • Perform related tasks as required.

Experience Required: Some experience in electric line construction and maintenance
Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma/GED
Certifications: Possession of an CDL Class B driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia, possession of certification as a flagger, possession of CPR certification
Knowledge
  • Methods, tools, and equipment used in the erection and maintenance of electrical lines
  • Occupational hazards connected with the work and safety precautions to be taken
  • Geography of the town

Skills
  • Communicate in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing.
  • Prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner.
  • Be organized and capable of multi-tasking.

Abilities
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Follow complex directions.
  • Use "hot" line equipment and tools.

Work Environment
  • Outdoors
  • The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Physical Demands
  • This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling;
  • Visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm's length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

The Town of Front Royal offers a comprehensive benefits package. To read more about our Benefits, please visit our