Electrical Apprentice

Austin, TX
Full Time

Position Summary
Omega Contractors is hiring Apprentices who want to grow in industrial/commercial electrical. You’ll support journeymen/leadmen while learning to install safely, to spec, and with strong workmanship.

Core Responsibilities

  • Conduit (½”–2”): Assist with install; cut/ream/support; basic bending as assigned.
  • Wire/Cable (22 AWG–4/0 AWG): Pull, route, dress, label; assist with terminations under supervision.
  • Cable Tray: Assist tray install/supports; bonding/grounding as directed.
  • Supports/Fabrication: Build/install basic strut/rod supports under direction.
  • Material & Tool Readiness: Stage materials, keep work area clean, stay ahead of the crew.
  • Team Execution: Take direction, communicate clearly, stay coachable.

Safety Expectations

  • OSHA 10 minimum; PPE; housekeeping; follow site rules.
  • Fall protection use as required; able to work at heights.
  • Basic LOTO awareness (training/oversight as required).

“Fast Track” Apprentice Behaviors

  • Shows up early/ready, dependable attendance.
  • Keeps the journeyman moving: tools/material staged, hardware ready, area prepped.
  • Learns quickly and asks smart questions at the right time (not mid-critical task).
  • Owns mistakes and fixes them—no excuses.

Quality Habits

  • Learns to install clean: straight runs, consistent strut spacing, proper fasteners.
  • Labels correctly, keeps work neat, protects finished work from damage.
  • Double-checks counts and parts before leaving the gang box/material area.

Growth Path Expectations

  • Progression goals (example):
    • 30 days: material readiness + basic conduit support + pull assistance
    • 60–90 days: basic bending, term assist, tray support, anchor installs
    • 6 months: more independent installs, layout assistance, fewer callbacks

Preferred Qualifications

  • Enrolled in an apprenticeship program (preferred).
  • Any industrial/commercial experience (preferred).
  • Basic conduit bending exposure (preferred).

Required Qualifications

  • OSHA 10 minimum.
  • Operate scissor lifts (or obtain certification).
  • Supply basic hand tools and basic power tools appropriate to level.

Physical Requirements

  • Stand/walk long distances; lift/carry materials; work at heights with fall protection.

What We Expect

  • Safety first, spec compliant, quality workmanship, reliable attendance, team attitude.

What We Don’t Tolerate

  • No-shows, unsafe behavior, constant rework, poor attitude, drama.

Work Environment

  • Industrial sites, fast schedules, heights, lifts, PPE, and strict standards.

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