Description
Encore Electric, Inc. is a licensed Montana Electrical Contractor with consistent work throughout the Gallatin Valley. Come work for a reputable contractor that will keep you busy! As a perk for working for us, we will pay for your electrical schooling and give you the opportunity to learn hands-on electrical work.
OVERVIEW:
An Apprentice Electrician participates in commercial electrical construction and follows direction from Journeymen.
Please note: this posting is for experienced electricians only! At this time, our entry-level positions are full.
COMPENSATION: $28.75 per hour - $37.50 per hour (an additional 25% is included in this rate for jobs in Big Sky).
TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED TO BIG SKY!
HOURS: 4 days a week, 10 hours a day
General Responsibilities
Works with a commitment to safety
Upholds the core values of Encore Electric
Acts as a professional and uses basic work ethics
Comes to work on time every day with appropriate attire and tools
Keeps work area clean
Installs quality work in a neat and workmanship like manner
Treats tools with respect
Works on ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms
Identifies electrical parts and components
Digs trenches as needed
Keeps up with changing technology
Keeps up with the national electrical code
Wears tools at all required times
Specific Responsibilities
Tracking of Apprenticeship Paperwork including hours and reviews
Take responsibility for their education through the apprenticeship program. This includes:
Homework
Tests
Quizzes
Keeping up with changing technology
Keeping up with the national electrical code
Responsible for communications including tell back procedure
Uses electrical formulas to figure out pipe fill, device and panel size, and disconnect
Lays out and organizes assigned tasks to first and second year apprentices
By the end of the third year, the employee should be proficient at planning materials and tools needed to complete the job
Reads and understands basic blueprints
Handles material required for the job
Installs raceways, pulls wire, and mounts equipment
Assembles and installs small to large electrical parts and pieces
Trims outlets, recessed cans and other repetitive finish work
Performs duties as assigned by lead people
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Skill in
Adapting to new and changing requirements, environments, and/or information.
Estimating resources needed to complete required tasks
Managing complex tasks, breaking them down to their component levels
Effective written and oral communication sufficient to be able to elicit and communicate information and achieve understanding
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with customers, vendors, consultants, management, and employees
Operating a computer
Organizing work to accomplish tasks
Reading , writing and math
Prioritizing and reporting to meet job needs
Problem solving
Tracking numbers and bits of data relevant to the work assignment
Working with schedules
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Driving
Sitting
Climbing
Lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
Standing
Stooping
Vision acuity (near and far)
Walking
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent, degree in related field is preferred, 2 years of experience for 3 rd Year Apprentice, 3 years of experience for 4 th Year Apprentice.
Apprentice (First Period)
0-6 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Apprentice (Second Period)
6 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Apprentice (Third Period)
12 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Apprentice (Fourth period)
18 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Apprentice (Fifth Period)
24 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Apprentice (Sixth Period)
30 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Apprentice (Seventh Period)
36 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Apprentice (Eighth period)
42 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Apprentice (Ready to Test)
48 Months
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Apprenticeship Registration
High Level of energy, Sense of Urgency
Benefits:
Encore Electric provides excellent benefits for our employees, including: medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, and life insurance, employee-matched 401(k), paid time off (PTO), an employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice.
Encore also provides a generous employee referral program, and access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore's in house training program.
This position is eligible for a job site incentive.
Applications will close for this position on: December 31, 2025
To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact HR@EncoreElectric.com .
Encore Electric, Inc. is an EOE, including disability/vets.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
