Apprentice
Location: Leesburg, VA - Travel up to 50% (required)
About Accelevation
We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.
Position Summary
The Apprentice role is an entry-level position designed to introduce individuals to data center construction and installation environments while providing broad foundational experience across field operations. Apprentices support both installation and electrical activities under supervision, learning core construction, safety, and trade fundamentals. After approximately two years in this role, apprentices may progress into a specialized trade path such as Electrical or Installation based on aptitude, performance, and business need.
Your Impact
As an Apprentice, you’ll support safe, high-quality construction and installation in our data center projects—helping skilled trades deliver on schedule while building your capabilities to grow into a specialized path.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Assist with general construction, assembly, and installation activities under supervision.
- Support electricians and installers with staging, preparation, and material handling; collaborate closely with site supervisors and crew leads.
- Perform basic tasks such as loading materials, handling tools, and maintaining clean, organized work areas.
- Assist with installation of racks, containment systems, cabling pathways, and related components.
- Support basic electrical tasks such as pulling wire and mounting boxes under supervision.
- Operate hand tools and basic power tools safely and per instruction.
- Follow all job site safety rules and immediately report unsafe conditions; participate in safety meetings and required training.
- Learn to read and follow basic drawings and supervisor instructions to complete assigned tasks.
- Travel to project sites and support flexible work schedules as required to meet project milestones.
- Demonstrate reliability, teamwork, and willingness to learn multiple trades to support project execution.
Qualifications
- 0–1 year of experience; no prior trade experience required (general labor or construction experience preferred).
- Interest in developing a career in construction or electrical trades.
- Strong work ethic, commitment to safety, and ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work as part of a team in fast-paced construction environments; willingness to travel.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds; basic hand tool familiarity preferred.
Education / Certifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance bonus (if applicable).
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- First time homebuyer program (if applicable, based on compensation).
- Collaborative, high-energy workplace.
Our Core Values
- Safety – We proactively protect our people and environment.
- Inclusion – We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
- Speed – We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile.
- Innovation – We challenge assumptions and simplify processes.
- Judgment – We make sound decisions with the business in mind.
- Accountability – We take ownership and deliver results.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Employees must be able to hear, speak, and communicate effectively. Work occurs in data center environments with potential exposure to electrical hazards, noise, and varying temperatures. Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, may be required. Physical requirements include bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead. Must lift at least 50 lbs, raise arms above shoulder level, and perform overhead work for extended periods. The ability to climb and carry ladders (up to 12 ft), navigate stairways, and work at heights up to 90 ft using ladders, scaffolds, or lifts is essential. Employees must access restricted areas (e.g., switchgear rooms, vaults, tunnels, crawl spaces) and wear full PPE. Good vision and hearing (normal or corrected) and accurate color identification are required. Some projects may lack food facilities, so bringing meals and snacks is necessary. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Job Application Notice
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values - we build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all. As part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
