Summary
The Industrial Electrical Apprentice assists Journeyman and Master Electricians in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment in industrial and commercial environments. This position provides hands-on training while developing the knowledge and skills required to become a qualified Industrial Electrician. The apprentice will perform assigned electrical tasks under direct supervision while adhering to all company, customer, and safety requirements.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Enrollment in, or willingness to participate in, a state-approved electrical apprenticeship program preferred.
- Previous industrial, construction, or electrical experience preferred but not required.
- Basic understanding of electrical theory, tools, and safety practices.
- Ability to read and interpret basic electrical drawings and diagrams.
- Valid driver's license and ability to maintain an insurable driving record.
- Ability to pass all required pre-employment screenings and site-specific requirements.
- TWIC card and/or other site credentials may be required depending on project location.
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and travel as project demands require.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of electrical systems, components, and wiring methods.
- Knowledge of workplace safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and electrical safety practices.
- Ability to accurately use hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications.
- Ability to learn and apply National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform physical labor in industrial environments.
- Ability to maintain a professional attitude and positive work ethic.
- Basic computer skills and ability to complete required documentation.
Essential Functions
- Assist in the installation of electrical conduit, cable trays, raceways, and support systems.
- Pull, route, terminate, and label electrical wiring and cables under supervision.
- Assist with the installation, testing, and maintenance of motors, transformers, switchgear, control panels, and other electrical equipment.
- Perform basic troubleshooting and assist with electrical repairs as directed.
- Read and follow blueprints, electrical diagrams, and project specifications.
- Use appropriate hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Assist with inspections, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
- Follow all company, customer, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements.
- Participate in daily safety meetings, job briefings, and training activities.
- Housekeep work areas and maintain tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
- Learn industry standards, codes, and best practices through on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
- Work under the direction of licensed electricians and supervisors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, reach, climb, balance, push, and pull while performing pipefitting activities.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the scheduled shift.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and handle heavier piping materials, tools, or equipment using appropriate assistance or material-handling equipment.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders and work from scaffolds, elevated work platforms, pipe racks, and other industrial work areas as required.
- Ability to perform repetitive movements associated with measuring, layout, fitting, bolting, tool use, and material handling.
- Ability to work on uneven, muddy, rocky, or otherwise variable walking and working surfaces.
- Ability to work outdoors in heat, humidity, cold, rain, wind, and other weather conditions.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, high-visibility clothing, steel-toed footwear, FR clothing, fall protection, and other project-specific PPE.
Work Environment
- Work is primarily performed at active industrial construction, maintenance, turnaround, and customer facilities.
- Work may be performed in refinery, petrochemical, chemical, LNG, power generation, manufacturing, and other heavy industrial environments.
- Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, temperature extremes, noise, vibration, dust, dirt, fumes, moving equipment, piping systems, and other conditions typical of industrial construction and maintenance.
- Work may be performed around operating process units, piping systems, elevated work areas, excavations, structures, mobile equipment, and ongoing construction or maintenance activities.
- Work may require the use of ladders, scaffolds, elevated work platforms, and fall-protection systems.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of two years of experience with a state license
- Ability to install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs according to specifications
- Basic math skills to calculate surface areas
- Ability to read and understand written work instructions
- Ability to take corrective action when identifying problems
- Ability to determine appropriate tools and equipment for a job
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
- Ability to read safety JHAs, shop-tool maintenance methods, procedures on drawings, and layouts
- Valid Texas driver's license with minimal infractions
- Valid TWIC
- Ability to perform frequent climbing, bending, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, standing, pushing, and pulling
- Ability to lift 5 to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Ability to use required safety equipment, including hard hat, gloves, harness, face shield, and respiratory protection
What We Do
Based in Houston, Taurus Industrial Group (Taurus) is a leading, integrated and industry diversified technical services company offering end-to-end services across multiple service lines. Leveraging a growing footprint with operations in the U.S. and Canada, Taurus’s service offerings cover engineering and automation, electrical and instrumentation, power systems testing and commissioning, civil and mechanical crafts, pipe and structural steel fabrication, rotating equipment maintenance and repairs, full service soft crafts, insulation and scaffold, specialty tooling and machining, technical bolting, heat treating, hot-tapping, line stopping and NDT / inspections. With over 60 years continuous, safe and reliable operating experience, Taurus operates across multiple industries and sectors, providing front-end engineering, routine maintenance, capital projects, and turnaround services. We service multiple areas of the energy industry, from our origins in traditional petrochemical and refining industries to the broader power, LNG, midstream, industrials, and the renewables market.
