
Electrical Residential Apprentice
Cincinnati, OHApprenticeshipSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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The Electrical Residential Apprentice assists with electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair while supporting project and field operations. The role works with employees, customers, vendors, subcontractors, and leadership to help ensure electrical work is safe, accurate, and compliant with company policies and applicable codes. It also supports project execution, job-site efficiency, and operational needs.
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General Job Description Position Overview The Electrical Residential Apprentice is responsible for assisting with electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work while supporting daily operations and project activities. This role works closely with employees, customers, vendors, and leadership to ensure electrical systems are installed and maintained safely, accurately, and in compliance with company and industry standards. Primary Responsibilities Assist with electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work on electrical systems and equipment. Review project plans, specifications, and work orders to support project execution. Support diagnosing and resolving electrical issues in a timely and professional manner. Ensure all work is completed in compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable electrical codes. Coordinate with employees, vendors, subcontractors, and internal departments regarding project activities and operational needs. Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to electrical work and project activities. Support project timelines and assist with resolving operational concerns in the field. Monitor equipment, materials, and job site conditions to support operational efficiency and safety. Assist senior technicians and support field operations as needed. Maintain professionalism and effective communication throughout all customer and operational interactions. Perform additional duties as assigned. Minimum Education None Minimum Years of Experience 0-2 Specific Qualifications Required Skills and Abilities Basic knowledge of electrical systems, equipment, and troubleshooting techniques. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical documentation. Strong attention to detail and operational awareness. Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and departments. Proficiency in using electrical tools, testing equipment, and related systems. Strong understanding of workplace safety practices and electrical codes. Ability to make sound decisions and resolve issues effectively under pressure. Ability to pass pre-employment screenings such as background and motor vehicle record checks. English speaking, reading, and writing preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties. Maintain professionalism and a positive, respectful demeanor with customers, coworkers, and business partners. Education/Experience High school diploma or GED preferred. Previous electrical installation, maintenance, or construction experience preferred. Experience within construction, operations, or service environments preferred. Relevant industry certifications or licenses preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties. Entry-level experience supporting field operations or senior technicians preferred. Physical Requirements Communicate in person, by phone, and through email. Travel as required to support project and operational needs. Stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, and lift throughout the workday. Sit for extended periods while driving to and between job sites. Work on active job sites, indoors and outdoors, including attics, crawlspaces, and confined or elevated spaces, with exposure to varying weather, construction noise, dust, and other job site conditions. Wear safety gear such as Personal Protective Equipment. Maintain dependable transportation and consistent, reliable attendance to meet customer service and operational needs. Ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions within established company policies and procedures. Ability to work overtime, modified schedules, or occasional weekends as business needs require. Perform all
How this job compares
Set against the 1,710 open Electrician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 2, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$62–100K/yr124 salary ranges
- Ohio median$37–46/hr25 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 54 open Electrician jobs in Ohio and 1,710 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Ohio
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- Experience
- Electrician postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (1,114 postings).
- Education
- 19 of the 1,710 open Electrician jobs (1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 2, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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