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Rig Electrical Apprentice I

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Grand Rapids, MIApprenticeshipPosted 1w agoStill listed 1 day ago

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Compensation
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Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Role Type
Apprenticeship
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The RIG Electrical Apprentice I assists with installing electrical infrastructure in a mission-critical data center, supporting AC power, DC power, and grounding installations under licensed electricians. The role is designed to build foundational electrical skills. The apprentice assists with receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, and wiring, and may support live equipment work after a 90-day probationary period under full supervision.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hand ToolsMechanical SkillsReading InstructionsConstruction SafetyCommunicationFollowing DirectionWorking SafelyWorking at HeightsLifting 50 Pounds

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDFirst-Year Electrical Apprenticeship EnrollmentElectrical Wiring or Construction Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

About Switch

At Switch, we don’t just design, build and operate data centers—we are enabling the technology of the future. Led by Founder & CEO, Rob Roy, we believe in revolutionary innovation, operational excellence and the principle of karma. Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world.

We believe that innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people, culture, and purpose that make it happen. Every Switch team member contributes to a mission greater than themselves: to create the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure that powers the progress of humanity.

The Role: RIG Electrical Apprentice I

As a RIG Electrical Apprentice I, you assist in the installation of electrical infrastructure in accordance with Switch SUPERNAP standards. You support AC power, DC power, and grounding installations under the direction of licensed electricians. This is an entry-level role designed to build foundational electrical skills in a mission-critical data center environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Assist with installation of electrical receptacles, junction boxes, and related hardware.
  • Support conduit installation up to 4 inches.
  • Assist with pulling and installing wire according to electrical drawings.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Observe site conditions and report safety hazards or concerns.
  • Maintain assigned tools and equipment.
  • Follow all safety procedures and site protocols.
  • Perform additional assigned tasks in support of the electrical team.
  • After a 90-day probationary period, may assist with live equipment work under 100 percent supervision and in compliance with NFPA 70E and internal safety standards.

What We’re Looking For

  • You are committed to learning the electrical trade.
  • You follow direction and work safely at all times.
  • You communicate clearly with supervisors and team members.
  • You stay on task and take responsibility for assigned work.
  • You are comfortable working at heights and in active construction areas.
  • You maintain professionalism in customer-sensitive environments.

Required

What You’ll Bring

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Active enrollment in a first-year electrical apprenticeship program.
  • Basic knowledge of hand tools and general mechanical skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret written and diagram-based instructions.
  • Understanding of basic construction safety practices.
  • Ability to climb ladders and lift at least 50 pounds.

Preferred

  • Prior experience with electrical wiring or construction environments.

If you meet most of these qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Why Switch?

  • A Culture of Karma – We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment.
  • Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.
  • Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.
  • Career Stability & Growth – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.
  • Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!

Join Us & Make a Difference

This is more than a job—it’s a mission. If you’re ready to be part of a culture that values innovation, karma, and limitless potential, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now and Let’s Build the Future Together.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Switch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Accommodations

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Switch also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable law.

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How this job compares

Set against the 1,796 open Electrician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$62–100K/yr129 salary ranges
  • Michigan median$32–44/hr20 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 42 open Electrician jobs in Michigan and 1,796 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Michigan
Experience
Electrician postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (1,162 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 711 of the 1,796 open Electrician jobs (40%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 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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