Electrical Apprentice
No salary listed
Entry
Kennett Square, PA, USA
In PersonRegional jobsite travel and occasional stays away from home may be required.
Building TradesElectrical
No H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Applicants must enroll in and actively participate in an approved Apprenticeship Training Program.
- Good mechanical aptitude is required.
- Applicants must be able to follow directions and work independently as a self-starter.
- Reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location or office is required.
- A valid driver's license and good driving record must be maintained.
- Applicants must be able and willing to stay away at job sites as needed, drive company vehicles as needed, and travel regionally to job sites as needed.
- Flexible work hours and overtime may be required.
- The role requires working 40 hours per week on scheduled 8- to 10-hour shifts.
- The role requires standing and climbing for 4 to 6 hours per day; kneeling, lifting, reaching above shoulders, and bending for 4 to 5 hours per day; twisting and walking for 2 to 3 hours per day; and squatting and sitting for 1 to 2 hours per day.
- The role requires lifting 0 to 75 pounds at varying frequencies: continuous lifting of 10 to 35 pounds, frequent lifting of 35 to 50 pounds, and occasional lifting of 50 to 75 pounds. Object sizes and shapes vary, including concrete blocks, cylinders, 10-foot lengths of metallic conduit, and 20-foot lengths of PVC conduit. Average carry requirements are 60 pounds for 40 feet.
- The role requires lifting from floor level to above shoulder height.
- Repetitive hand use includes continuous grasping up to 50 pounds, frequent pushing and pulling of 50 to 75 pounds, and fine motor coordination for receptacle installation and wire terminations.
- Repetitive foot use is required to operate heavy equipment and conduit benders and for vertical climbing.
- Vision must be adequate for blueprint reading and color-coded wire identification.
- Balance must be adequate for continuous climbing of ladders, scaffolds, and lifts and for working at heights.
- The role may involve exposure to temperatures from 0°F to 100°F for up to 8 hours indoors or outdoors, as well as dust, gases, fumes, and odors within Permissible Exposure Limits.
- The role includes potential mechanical, electrical, chemical, and explosive hazards.
- Required personal protective equipment includes a hard hat, safety glasses, protected-toe boots, and task-appropriate gloves. As needed, equipment may include fall protection, a dust mask, a respirator, hearing protection, arc-flash protective gear, and dielectric-insulated gloves or sleeves.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
Responsibilities
- Complete the appropriate level of apprentice coursework and track on-the-job training.
- Assist with installation of branch conduit systems.
- Assist with installation of branch wire systems.
- Assist with installation of distribution conduit systems.
- Assist with installation of distribution wire systems.
- Assist with installation of branch devices.
- Assist with installation of underground systems.
- Assemble the appropriate tools and materials for each task on a daily basis.
- Safeguard and maintain company equipment, materials, tools, and vehicles.
About the company
Tri-M Group delivers electrical and facility solutions for businesses, including energy-related problem solving and project execution. It provides end-to-end services such as planning, installation, maintenance, energy management, and safety-focused execution, all led by employee-owners. The company operates in high-stakes environments where safety and security are critical, serving sophisticated regional clients with reliable performance. Its goal is to help customers grow their operations, solve tough facility and energy challenges, and meet deadlines safely and efficiently.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Founded
1964
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Tri-M added Norm Atwood as COO on April 29, 2026, strengthening delivery discipline.
- Penn College sent four apprentices on July 23, 2026, widening Tri-M's talent pipeline.
- Tri-M's August 16, 2026 news feed and September 14 services page show active marketing.
What critics are saying
- Tri-M's 480-person workforce depends on apprentices; competitor wages drain crews by 2027.
- Mid-Atlantic construction slowdowns would hit Kennett Square, Quakertown, Lock Haven, Middletown, and Baltimore simultaneously.
- A major safety or project-failure event destroys Tri-M's reputation and bonding capacity.
What makes Tri-M Group unique
- Tri-M combines electrical construction, high voltage, building automation, security, and networking under one roof.
- Employee ownership and five Mid-Atlantic locations support faster field execution than niche contractors.
- Ron Bauguess became CEO on August 22, 2026, preserving operational continuity.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program