Electrical Apprentice

Job Details

Electrical Apprentice

Job ID: 297123

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Mechanical Maintenance

Job Summary

The Apprentice assists skilled workers in the performance of duties related to the electrical trade by performing routine and semi-skilled repair work with assistance of a skilled tradesman.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic lighting installations, runs new circuits, troubleshoots electrical problems and supports other shops in electrical tasks (i.e., plumbing, HVAC)
• Assist skilled workers in the performance of duties related to building maintenance trades, supply tools, equipment, and materials to skilled workers
• Operate trucks and other equipment required to complete tasks
• Keep daily log of time spent on each job and materials used
• Maintain, repair, and clean tools, equipment, assigned service vehicle, and work areas
• Follow all safety and other risk management policies in performance of work

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• One (1) year of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Two (2) or more years of electrical (commercial) experience

Proposed Salary

$18.12 - $22.21 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to analyze while multi-tasking
• Ability to obtain a low voltage license and related certification after apprenticeship
• Ability to provide technical advice to non-technical and technical audiences
• Ability to use basic math skills daily

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Adept at testing, modifying and re-testing

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Attentive to detail
• Demonstrated collaborative problem-solving skills