Electrician Trainee

KiewitKiewitAurora, Colorado, United States
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Posted

9/6/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$24 - $30/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The trainee will participate in classroom and hands-on training to learn electrical installation techniques, including conduit, wiring, and cable tray systems. Upon completion, they will transition to field roles supporting industrial construction projects while working alongside experienced professionals.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be willing to work hard, learn a trade, and commit to safe work practices in various weather conditions and heights. The role requires the ability to follow instructions and pass pre-employment screenings, with no prior electrical experience necessary.

Key skills

Electrical systems installationConduit bendingCable tray installationWiringElectrical fundamentalsOSHA safety practicesTool usageRough-in installationBranch circuit wiringDuct bank installationGrounding systemsFiber optic installationReading construction drawingsPower toolsTeamworkSafety compliance

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Education requirements

high school

About Kiewit

Industry

Construction

Employees

26,748

Type

Privately Held

Size

10,001+ employees

At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too. Our construction and engineering professionals work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities. Kiewit people tackle important projects of every size, in any market. Start your Kiewit adventure today at kiewitjobs.com. Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; marine; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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ConstructionTradesEnergyEngineering

Description

Requisition ID: 185387  Position Summary If you're ready to work hard, learn a trade and build a long-term career, Kiewit's Electrical Training Program is a great place to start. As an Electrician Trainee, you'll complete a paid, two-week training program at a Kiewit training facility, where you'll learn to install conduit, cable tray, wiring and other electrical systems used on large industrial construction projects.   You'll earn paid wages while learning from experienced instructors through classroom training, hands-on labs and simulated jobsite exercises. After successfully completing the program, you'll transition into a field role supporting industrial construction projects in the Gulf Coast region, where you'll continue learning alongside experienced craft professionals.   No previous electrical or construction experience is required. We provide the training—you bring the work ethic, willingness to learn and commitment to working safely.Program Highlights Paid training starting at $24/hour, based on experience and qualifications Travel, lodging and meals provided during training Two-week, hands-on training at a Kiewit training facility Transition into a field assignment supporting Gulf Coast industrial construction projects upon successful program completion Licensing and certification support, including eligible NCCER credentials Long-term career growth with one of North America's leading construction companies Experience Level Entry Primary Responsibilities and Duties Participate in classroom instruction, hands-on labs and simulated jobsite training. Learn electrical fundamentals, OSHA safety practices and proper tool usage. Develop conduit bending, conduit installation and layout skills. Practice rough-in installation, cable tray installation and branch circuit wiring. Learn duct bank installation concepts and grounding system fundamentals. Gain introductory experience with fiber optic installation techniques. Read and interpret basic construction drawings and layouts. Practice safe use of hand tools, power tools and electrical equipment. Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork and a commitment to safe work practices. Successfully complete required training assessments and program requirements. Qualifications •    May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.•    Must possess knowledge skills and abilities for position•    Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervisionRequirements •    Able to meet all physical requirements. •    Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)•    Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions•    Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload•    Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.•    Must successfully pass required pre-employment screening, including drug and alcohol testing.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. $24-30 an hour depending on experience.

Requirements

  • Electrical systems installation
  • Conduit bending
  • Cable tray installation
  • Wiring
  • Electrical fundamentals
  • OSHA safety practices
  • Tool usage
  • Rough-in installation
  • Branch circuit wiring
  • Duct bank installation
  • Grounding systems
  • Fiber optic installation
  • Reading construction drawings
  • Power tools
  • Teamwork
  • Safety compliance

Benefits

  • Paid training
  • Travel expenses covered
  • Lodging provided
  • Meals provided
  • Licensing support
  • Certification support

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