About GRID Alternatives
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service-learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
What It's Like To Work At GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members.
Summary Of The Role
The Apprentice Electrician is responsible for assisting electricians by performing tasks of on-the-job training under the supervision of a Residential Wireman, Journeyman or Master Electrician installing the work, acquiring the skills and knowledge of the trade and become a Residential Wireman.
- Must obtain or have Colorado dept of regulations APE card in good standing.
- Apprenticeship is a two plus year commitment. (Min. 4000 on-job-training.)
- Work will consist of installation, maintaining, alternations, additions and/or repairs of or, extending electrical systems, conductors and associated materials equipment within the commercial, industrial, and residential premises within the electrical industry. A minimum of 2,000 hours of on-the-job training is required in each year.
Obtainable Skills
- Positively identify colors of wires.
- Comprehends drawings, blueprints and schematics.
- Bend conduit by hand with hand benders.
- Utilize all power tools, drills, saws, pipe threading and wire pulling equipment, hydraulic benders, etc.
- Capable of digging trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment.
- Practices and comprehends safe work procedures as outlined in Safety Policy, Apprenticeship Handbook, Hazard-Communication (Haz-Com) Policy, and Lockout/Tagout Policy of the sponsoring employer.
- Operates two handed tools/equipment, knock-out punchers, cable cutters, hammer drills, jack hammers, compression tools, termination torquing tools, etc.
- Read and interpret maps, instructional manuals, specifications, work site directions, blueprints and written instructions.
- Operate and work from mechanical, motorized or scissor lifts (electric or gas powered).
- Must be able to hear distress and warning signals and verbal commands on job sites.
OBJECTIVE
- Develop the skills and mechanical ability to become an electrical trade craftsperson.
- Obtain the technical knowledge to achieve electrician status upon completion of the apprenticeship.
- Pass the State of Colorado Residential Wireman exam and secure the license.
PHYSICAL FUNCTION
- Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach overhead. B. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a continuing basis.
- Their work involves a lot of movement or standing for long periods.
- Climb ladders (all types)
- Completing overhead work for full day assignments.
- Must be able to make transition from employee parking area or street into construction work areas and to gain access to all levels of the building, even if the only means of access is by O.S.H.A. approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction but acceptable for use.
- Responsible for security of tools and materials from storage areas.
- Possess good vision (normal or corrected).
- Hears well (normal or corrected).
- Conduct site visits to screen potential sites for solar access and safety issues.
Compensation
Benefits and how we take care of you
The compensation range for this position is
$22-$23 per hour. The base pay that will actually be offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
Where you will sit & the places you may go…
The ideal candidate will sit in Denver, Colorado. This position may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as org-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Important To Note For California Applicants
- Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
Reasonable Accommodation For Job Seekers With a Disability
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to:
[email protected]Ready to Apply?
Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
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