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GSL Electric

Apprentice Electrician

Sandy, UT · On-site

Apprentice Electrician Who we are: GSL Electric is 100% Employee Owned, allowing for very ... Rig and pull wire up to 4/0 AWG, * Installation of all conduit systems up to 2", * Understand and ...

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Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

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RIG Electrical Apprentice I

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

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RIG Electrical Apprentice I

Las Vegas, NV

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Rig Electrical Apprentice I

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

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Burns & McDonnell

Substation Electrician

Houston, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Rig, tie knots and splice rope * Assist qualified mechanic in simple routine inspection and ... Completion of an apprentice electrician's program or certificate of Journeyman Electrician status ...

Burns & McDonnell

Substation Electrician

Houston, TX · On-site

Rig, tie knots and splice rope * Assist qualified mechanic in simple routine inspection and ... Completion of an apprentice electrician's program or certificate of Journeyman Electrician status ...

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Rig electrician apprentices are entry-level workers who assist experienced rig electricians in maintaining, installing, and repairing electrical systems on oil rigs or drilling platforms. They learn on the job by performing tasks such as troubleshooting electrical problems, running wiring, and ensuring that all equipment operates safely and efficiently. Apprentices often participate in both classroom and hands-on training to gain the skills needed to become fully qualified rig electricians. This role is essential for maintaining the safety and productivity of oil and gas operations.

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Apprentice Electrician

Sandy, UT • On-site

GSL Electric
Construction • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

$500 incentive for licensed Apprentices!
Job Title: Apprentice Electrician
Who we are:
GSL Electric is 100% Employee Owned, allowing for very competitive pay and some of the best benefits in the industry. Since our founding we have completed over 2,300 projects, performed over 15 million-man hours of work, totaling more than one billion dollars in work for our employees.
Growing from modest beginnings in 1981 to several hundred employees operating in 11 states today, GSL Electric maintains its focus in electrical contracting in commercial, industrial, multi-family residential, design-build engineering services, low voltage systems, and special projects.
What we are looking for:
  • Career ambition
  • Strong integrity and work ethic
  • Desire to learn and to make a difference

Knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for this position:
  • Data Center positions available, with incentive!
  • Ability to install rigid/EMT conduit with hand benders,
  • Wire up simple motor controls (i.e. stop/start),
  • Find circuit and other information on blueprints,
  • Rig and pull wire up to 4/0 AWG,
  • Installation of all conduit systems up to 2",
  • Understand and be able to explain AC wave form,
  • Terminate single phase and 3 phase loads properly,
  • Basic knowledge of overcurrent protection,
  • Read blueprint elevations and details meaningfully,
  • Have a basic familiarity with transformers.

Job Requirements & Qualifications:
  • 2-3 years or more work experience as a licensed electrician
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Must be able to successfully complete drug screen

GSL Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 801-676-3290
Email: careers@gslelectric.com
GSL Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese
If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English
GSL Electric participates in the E-Verify program.

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