Job Description
Build Your Future in the Trades - Join Estes Electric as an Electrical Assistant! Position Title: Electrical Assistant
Company Name: Estes Electric Inc.
Pay Range: $20 - $30+ per hour
Industry: Electrical / Controls (Residential, Commercial)
Location: Waxahachie, TX
Job Overview Estes Electric Inc. is looking for motivated Electrical Assistant to join our Field Operations team. This role is designed for individuals who have some hands-on experience in commercial and residential construction and are ready to grow their career in the electrical trade. As an Apprentice, you'll work under the supervision of Journeymen and Foremen, gaining the skills and certifications needed to become a licensed electrician while contributing to high-quality electrical installations on active job sites.
Who We Are For more than 43 years, Estes Electric Inc. has been a trusted name in the Dallas-Fort Worth region for commercial and industrial electrical projects. In over four decades of business, we've only had one layoff in company history-right after 9/11-showing our commitment to stability and loyalty. At Estes, we put family first and treat every team member as more than just a number. We believe in working together, growing together, and building long-term careers.
Learn more about us at . Key Responsibilities - Assist Journeyman and Foreman electricians on commercial and residential projects.
- Perform basic electrical installations, repairs, and troubleshooting under supervision.
- Read and interpret simple blueprints and follow technical instructions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
- Learn to operate tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Support the crew with material handling, inventory, and setup.
- Participate in apprenticeship training and on-the-job mentoring.
Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required.
- 2+ years of experience in commercial and/or residential construction.
- Willingness to learn and grow within the electrical trade.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety.
- Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
- Electrical license or enrollment in an apprenticeship program preferred.
Benefits - Health & Wellness: Medical insurance, safety equipment provided.
- Career Development: Paid training & certifications, apprenticeship/mentor training.
- Work-Life Balance: PTO (holidays, vacation, sick), VTO (Volunteer Time Off).
- Compensation & Perks: $20-$28/hr, retirement savings program, weekly pay cycle, prevailing wage projects, per diem on travel jobs.
- Additional Perks: Company events, family-first culture, stable employer with 44+ years of history.
Schedule - Full-Time
- Monday - Friday (occasional travel projects with per diem)
Work Location - Field-based role with remote jobsite assignments across Texas.
- Travel projects may be required, with company-covered per diem.
Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 👉 Kickstart your career in the electrical trade with Estes Electric Inc. - where apprentices become future leaders. #FE25
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