Electrical Apprentice

Performs semiskilled work assisting in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical devices and equipment, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work performed under the moderate supervision of the Process Controls Supervisor/Foreman II.

• Install, maintain, and repair a wide variety of electrical equipment and devices. 
• Install, maintain, and repair motors; controls; electrical wiring; and components up to 8.3kV, single and three phase. 
• Troubleshoot electrical problems. 
• Perform simple and complex electrical and electronic tests. 
• Select electrical components and design simple electrical circuits. 
• Maintain records and prepare written reports and recommendations on electrical equipment and controls. 
• Perform troubleshooting tasks on electronic controls and components. 
• Install and maintain electronic devices. 
• Perform complex troubleshooting tasks on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and combined motor control and alarm systems. 
• Troubleshoot, maintain, install, and repair variable speed motor controllers and Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Layout, cut, bend, threads, assembles and install conduit.
• Soldering and electronic assembly of electronic components.

Upon completion of the apprenticeship program, an Electrical Apprentice should be able to perform the essential functions of a Journeyman Electrician.  

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver's license in the State of Michigan with a valid DOT Medical Card upon hire.
• Complete 8000 hours of training under the City of Battle Creek’s Apprenticeship program over five years.  
• Complete 576 hours of formal education under the City of Battle Creek’s Apprenticeship program over five years.  
• Hold an active Apprenticeship Card through the State of Michigan.  
• Pass State of Michigan Journeyman’s test at the successful completion of the City of Battle Creek’s Apprenticeship program to become a City of Battle Creek Electrical Journeyman.  

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, bending, reaching, hand dexterity (grasping, holding, keyboarding, repetitive movements), reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, seeing (near and/or far, color, depth, field of vision), hearing, using the telephone, contact with government officials and the general public, working overtime, and working inside and alone. Work regularly requires exposure to the risk of electrical shock, frequently requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to vibration and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to extreme heat (non-weather); work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Salary : $14