Electrical Apprentice / Service Electrician Trainee
Mr. Electric of Winter Haven — Winter Haven and Eastern Polk County
Job type: Full-time
Pay: 18-24 / HR, based on experience and training
Schedule: Day shift, with overtime opportunities
Work location: In person
Build a Skilled Trade Career With a Clear Path Forward
Do you have electrical training or at least one year of hands-on construction experience? Are you dependable, comfortable using tools, and ready to learn a skilled trade from experienced professionals?
Mr. Electric of Winter Haven is hiring an Electrical Apprentice to assist our service electricians while developing the technical, customer-service, and troubleshooting skills needed to advance into a full service electrician position.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants more than a temporary construction job. We’re looking for a motivated apprentice who wants to master the electrical trade, take on greater responsibility, and eventually earn performance-based compensation as a service electrician.
What You’ll Do
Working alongside an experienced service electrician, you will:
- Assist with residential electrical repairs and installations
- Prepare work areas, organize materials, and maintain a clean jobsite
- Help install lighting, outlets, switches, ceiling fans, surge protection, and smart-home devices
- Assist with panel replacements, service upgrades, and EV charger installations
- Learn electrical troubleshooting and the safe use of diagnostic equipment
- Enter attics, crawlspaces, and other confined work areas when required
- Protect customers’ homes and clean the work area after every job
- Maintain tools, equipment, materials, and assigned work areas
- Learn applicable electrical codes and company safety procedures
- Observe how our electricians communicate with homeowners and present appropriate solutions
All electrical work will be performed under the direction and supervision required for your experience level.
What We’re Looking For
You could be a strong fit if you:
- Have completed electrical or construction-related training or have at least one year of construction experience
- Have mechanical aptitude and know how to use basic hand and power tools safely
- Arrive on time, prepared to work, and ready to learn
- Follow directions carefully and accept coaching
- Take pride in clean, professional workmanship
- Communicate respectfully with customers and coworkers
- Can use mobile technology such as an iPad, digital forms, and job-management applications
- Want to develop into a residential service electrician—not remain a general helper
- Are comfortable working on ladders and in attics, crawlspaces, heat, and other typical residential construction conditions
Previous electrical experience is strongly preferred, but we will consider candidates with relevant construction experience and the right work ethic.
Required Qualifications
- Electrical or construction-related training, or at least one year of construction experience
- Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements
- Reliable transportation to the designated starting location
- Ability to safely lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials commonly used in residential electrical work
- Ability to communicate clearly enough to follow safety instructions and interact professionally with customers
- Willingness to complete a background check, where permitted by law
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Clean Driving record
You Must Bring Your Own Basic Tools
Candidates must already own and maintain the basic hand tools needed for daily electrical and construction work, such as:
- Tool bag or tool belt
- Insulated screwdrivers
- Lineman’s, diagonal-cutting, and needle-nose pliers
- Wire strippers
- Tape measure
- Utility knife
- Adjustable wrench
- Torpedo level
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Basic voltage tester
We provide required specialty equipment, heavy-duty tools, and safety gear according to company policy.
What We Provide
- Hands-on training alongside experienced service electricians
- A defined path toward becoming a service electrician
- Ongoing technical, safety, and customer-service training
- Regular coaching and performance feedback
- Uniforms and required company safety equipment
- Supportive office staff and an organized appointment schedule
- Fuel card for authorized company travel
- Professional development assistance
- Opportunities for overtime and advancement
- The potential to move into our performance-based service-electrician compensation program
How You’ll Advance
Your progress will be based on:
- Attendance, punctuality, and reliability
- Safe work practices
- Growth in technical knowledge and troubleshooting ability
- Quality and cleanliness of completed work
- Proper use and care of tools and equipment
- Professional conduct in customers’ homes
- Ability to complete increasingly complex tasks with less supervision
Apprentices who demonstrate strong technical ability, sound judgment, professionalism, and consistent performance can advance toward a service electrician role.
Ready to Build Your Career?
If you bring your tools, a strong work ethic, and the desire to learn, we’ll provide the coaching and real-world experience to help you grow.
Apply today to begin your path toward becoming a residential service electrician with Mr. Electric of Winter Haven.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Hourly pay
- Overtime pay
Application Question(s):
- Please rate your spoken English proficiency from 1 (Very limited) to 10 (Fluent/native level).
- Are you comfortable working in confined spaces like attics and crawl spaces?
- Do you have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record?
- Do you have experience using diagnostic tools such as multimeters or circuit testers?
- Are you willing to park a company vehicle at your residence?
- Are you willing to complete a background check?
Experience:
- Electrical: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
Ability to Relocate:
- Winter Haven, FL 33880: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
