Commercial Electrical Technician Apprentice

As a Commercial Electrical Technician Apprentice, you’ll work alongside an experienced Journeyman Electrician Technician while developing the practical skills needed to build a successful career in the electrical trade. Ability to safely ascend, descend, and work at heights using ladders and other equipment without exceeding manufacturer-specified limits, including tools and materials.

Overview:

 

Start Your Electrical Career Strong as a Commercial Electrical Technician Apprentice with Nextech!

 

Looking to grow your electrical career with a company that values your craft and invests in your future? At Nextech, we’re not just building services — we’re building careers. With over 2,000 team members nationwide and more than 30 years of success, we’ve become America’s largest HVAC/R service provider — and now we’re expanding our electrical team.

 

We’ve earned our reputation through a relentless focus on quality, integrity, and value — not just for our customers, but for our people. If you're someone who takes pride in your work, thrives in a team environment, and wants to be part of something bigger, Nextech is where your future starts.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Ready to turn your electrical education into hands-on experience? As a Commercial Electrical Technician Apprentice, you’ll work alongside an experienced Journeyman Electrician Technician while developing the practical skills needed to build a successful career in the electrical trade.

• Assist experienced Electrical Technicians with commercial installation and maintenance work.
• Gain hands-on experience supporting electrical installations at new construction sites.
• Observe experienced technicians and learn how to diagnose electrical issues.
• Develop your technical abilities through practical, on-the-job training and regular skill assessments.
• Learn to complete work safely, efficiently, and with a customer-first mindset.
• Follow established safety procedures and make safe work practices a priority every day.
• Share information and workload with the team while helping deliver a positive customer experience.
• Travel to assigned customer sites and work overtime as needed, provided it does not interfere with academic coursework and performance.
• Take on additional related responsibilities as your skills and experience grow.

What Makes Nextech Different?:

This isn’t just an opportunity to get experience—it’s a chance to build the foundation for a long-term career in the electrical field with structured training, mentorship, and opportunities to keep advancing.

• Reimbursement for state-approved apprenticeship training.
• Hands-on training alongside an experienced Journeyman Electrician Technician.
• Regular practical skill assessments designed to support your development.
• Training and testing toward OSHA 10 certification and Aerial Lift training.
• Mentoring and assistance developing a career path for future growth and continuing education.
• Real-world experience working on commercial electrical installations and maintenance.
• Opportunities to grow your skills with a nationwide leader in commercial HVAC/R services.

Study and coursework review required by your state-structured apprenticeship program will be completed on your own time.

 

Benefits:

We’re committed to creating a workplace where great technicians do their best work — and get rewarded for it. Here's what you can expect:

 

Tool Allowance – Keep your tools in top condition with our support
Paid Training & Career Development – Ongoing learning opportunities and education reimbursement
Top-Tier Health Insurance – Multiple plan options, including a FREE employee-only plan
Dental & Vision Coverage – Available after just 30 days
Supplemental Insurance – Access accident, critical illness, disability, and life insurance options
FREE Life Insurance – Coverage equal to your annual salary
401(k) with Company Match – 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions
Time Off that Works for You:

• 7 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Extra Perks  – Discounts on travel, auto, dining, tech, and more

Min Compensation: USD $22.00/Hr. Max Compensation: USD $30.00/Hr. What We’re Looking For:

You don’t need to know everything on day one. We’re looking for someone with the drive, dependability, and willingness to learn what it takes to become a skilled electrical professional.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current enrollment in an electrical trade school or other state-structured program.
• 1+ year in an electrical support role; some hands-on electrical experience is preferred.
• Previous electrical industry or other service-business experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record preferred.
• Positive attitude, high energy, integrity, and a strong desire to learn.
• Ability to take direction and eagerness to learn how to diagnose electrical issues.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Dependable with a strong sense of urgency, drive, and commitment to results.
• Confident, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional appearance and presentation.
• Ability to operate software, a cell phone, and an iPad.
• Ability to work overtime and travel to assigned client sites as needed, provided these requirements do not interfere with academic coursework and performance.

Physical Requirements:

This is an active, hands-on field position that requires the ability to safely work in commercial job-site environments.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely perform pulling, kneeling, squatting, reaching, bending, crouching, carrying, and pushing/pulling.
• Ability to safely ascend, descend, and work at heights using ladders and other equipment without exceeding manufacturer-specified limits, including tools and materials.
• Ability to safely work from ladders up to 28–32 feet while remaining within manufacturer weight limits.
• Ability to work on bucket trucks and lift equipment at working heights up to 42 feet.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed.
• Ability to drive for extended periods, potentially 8–10 hours or more.
• Ability to operate a telephone and cell phone.
• Ability to alternate between sitting and standing throughout the workday.
• Role continuously requires vision, hearing, twisting, and talking.
• Ability to consistently follow all job-site safety protocols and procedures.

Ready to learn the trade, build real-world skills, and create a future in commercial electrical work? Apply today and start building your career with Nextech!