**Description** Encore Electric, Inc. is a licensed Montana Electrical Contractor with consistent work in the area. 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._** **_TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED TO BIG SKY!_** **COMPENSATION:** $28.75 per hour - $37.50 per hour (an additional 25% per hour _is included_ in these rate for jobs in Big Sky). **BUS INCENTIVE:** $50.00 per work day **PERKS:** paid schooling, full benefits, fun team dynamic, steady work, free OSHA 10 course, and more! **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. **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 and bus pay.** **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.