Apprentice Electrician - Wind Energy Site Construction with Sentry Electrical Group

Description

Location: 

Initial employment to begin in Iowa Falls, Iowa - Continued employment will require travel throughout the United States.

Summary:

Sentry Electrical Group is seeking Apprentice Electricians to join their rapidly-growing Wind Construction division. Sentry Electrical Group is a leading electrical contractor for renewable energy, utility and industrial construction services. We deliver complete, turnkey electric power construction services to major utility companies, electric cooperatives, municipalities, engineering firms, renewable energy, prime contractors, owners and developers across the United States. For this role, Electrician Apprentices will work alongside other skilled apprentices and journeymen to assess issues and repair electrical problems on renewable energy equipment (such as wind turbines).  At Sentry Electrical Group, workplace safety is our #1 priority.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Apprentice Electrician will be responsible for repairing, decommissioning, and/or installing electrical systems. The following are additional duties and responsibilities that will also be required:

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders 100-300 ft in height.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to 50 lbs in weight.
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, but not limited to, hand tools, turbine parts.
• Comfort working in confined spaces and at heights over 300 feet.
• Able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions.
• Comfort working remotely in a Turbine as part of a team with limited supervisory interaction.  
• Demonstrates integrity, strong initiative, work ethic, as well as a focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis.
• Follows defined instructions and installation schedules, executing plans as directed and performs according to reasonably detailed written and verbal instructions.
• This role will require travel, working overtime, including working a flexible and variable work schedule as needed to meet business objectives.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to understand schematic drawings and connections drawings.
• Must have limited ability to run and bend conduit
• Must be self-motivated, energetic, and possess a positive attitude with the ability to work as part of a team, as well as, independently.
• Knowledge of electrical codes
• Proven ability to take direction 
• Attention to details even under pressure
• Ability to work outdoors and in all weather conditions
• Dedication to Apprenticeship classes a must

Compensation:

Hourly Rate – Approximate Range is $20-26/hr depending on experience. 
Per Diem for those who qualify
 

Sentry Electrical Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply here: https://app.meetladder.com/e/Sentry-Electrical-Group/Apprentice-Electrician-Wind-Energy-Site-Construction-Iowa-Falls-IA-nM64BW4JUs