First Year Electrical Apprentice Jobs in Tennessee

APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN

Elevate Your Electrical Career: We are seeking an electrical apprentice to join our Middle TN team. Preferably with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience as an electrical apprentice or electrical helper. 

At Schaffhouser, we're not just a company; we're a community of dedicated professionals committed to excellence. As a veteran-owned industrial electrical contractor, founded in 2010, we've forged a path of growth and success year after year.

Are you looking to take the next step in your career? Join our team as an Apprentice Electrician and step into a world of opportunity. With a focus on industrial and heavy commercial electrical work, your drive will thrive in our dynamic environment. This full-time electrical apprentice position spans across multiple vibrant cities in Middle TN, providing an exciting and varied work experience.

At Schaffhouser, we invest in your future, providing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential. Also, we provide outstanding benefits that truly support our team.

As an Apprentice Electrician, you would be responsible for assisting a Journeyman Electrician in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems. Additionally, you would be eligible for training and education through the in-house DOL approved apprenticeship program while working to become a highly-skilled Journeyman Electrician.

Working in a team setting and completing objectives within a given time frame is a must.

If you possess a “CAN DO” attitude in a field team environment...

If you have creative problem-solving skills and want to be part of the solution...

If you have a track record of completing highly successful projects....

We Need You!

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

· Communicate with both the Journeyman Electrician and customers professionally.

· Demonstrate the ability to practice excellent & safe work habits.

· Use each assigned task of the construction phase as a training tool and demonstrate understanding of the work being done.

· Commit to learning and understanding electrical industry processes, systems, codes, and procedures, and demonstrate that understanding through the quality of the completed work.

· Assure accurate reporting of time and any other paperwork required.

· Must progressively obtain the ability to learn how to properly construct and repair and/or diagnose electrical problems rapidly and accurately.

· Must complete all required Apprenticeship Training Programs.

· Must make sure that company equipment and materials are correctly used and ask questions when / if unsure.

· Learn to use essential hand tools, and the desire to learn how to use other tools associated with electrical work.

· Must become familiar with the electrical services sold and provided by Schaffhouser.

· Other functions as directed by management

Experience Desired:

• This position requires the completion of a high school diploma or GED.
• This position requires ongoing enrollment the in-house apprenticeship program or equal.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• Must have a CAN DO attitude and willingness to be trained.
• Must be able to/willing to learn all aspects of the electrical project duties and tasks: conduit bending, wire pulling, threading, wire terminations & the skill to troubleshoot.
• Must be able to supply your own hand tools and reliable transportation.(Schaffhouser has a tool points program that allows employees to "earn" tools while on the job.)

Why Schaffhouser?

• Competitive pay based on skills and experience
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more (discounted costs for dependents)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Steady work with career advancement opportunities
• Company Incentive Programs
• Nationally recognized DOL In-House Apprenticeship Program
• 401k with up to 5% match
• Awards & recognition for your hard work
• Focus on safety: Safety is our top priority! First and Always! We provide comprehensive training and resources to ensure a secure work environment for every member of our team because your well-being matters!
• Family Culture – we are more than just coworkers – we are a family! From team gatherings to company-sponsored events, we prioritize building strong relationships and fostering a sense of belonging.

If You are the Best of the Best – Work for the Best!

Our company is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. In addition to a pleasant, fair, and honest environment, we offer a very competitive compensation package, a flexible work schedule, and the opportunity to become an integral part of the continued growth of our organization. If you consider yourself capable of the requirements of this position, please Apply Today!