About the role
Position Summary
Amteck is hiring an Electrician Helper for a local service role in Charleston, South Carolina. This position supports Journeyman Electricians, foremen, and project leadership on commercial and industrial electrical work. The successful candidate will be dependable, safety-minded, eager to learn, and ready to grow a long-term career in the electrical trade.
This is a local position based in Charleston, SC. Candidates should live within a reasonable commuting distance of Charleston and be available to work on local projects.
What You Will Do
- Work under the supervision and direction of Journeyman Electricians, foremen, and other field leadership.
- Assist with assigned electrical construction and service tasks within your assessed skill level.
- Support the installation, routing, and bending of Rigid and EMT conduit.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all company and jobsite safety requirements.
- Build skills through hands-on experience and the opportunity to enroll in Amteck's accredited apprenticeship program.
- Develop additional skills in areas such as low voltage, controls, process work, and fire alarm.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of electrical experience on commercial or industrial job sites.
- Experience running and bending Rigid and EMT conduit.
- Experience working alongside a Journeyman Electrician.
- OSHA 10 certification is preferred but not required.
- Ability to follow directions, work safely, and contribute as part of a team.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to commute locally to Charleston-area projects.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid time off: 80 hours awarded each January 1 following the date of hire, with a tiered PTO schedule for the first partial year based on the date of hire
Why Amteck
Founded in 1977, Amteck has grown from a small electrical contractor in Central Kentucky into a national leader in design-build support electrical contracting. We serve manufacturing, industrial, process, food and beverage, hospitality, healthcare, distribution, commercial, and institutional clients. Our culture is built on The Amteck Way: Safety, Quality, and Customer Satisfaction.
If you are ready to build your electrical career with a stable company that values safety, quality, and growth, apply today for the Electrician Helper position in Charleston, SC.