Entry Level Residential Electrician Jobs
New grad residential electrician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Manufacturing, with employers like Asplundh Tree Expert, American Electric Power, and Johnson Controls hiring at this level now.
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Job no: 498421
Work type: Staff
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Service/Maintenance
Position Title: Electrician
Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:
55501 - Electrical
Advertised Salary: $30.91-$33.12 hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and AFSCME/AFL-CIO Agreement
Benefits:
AFSCME Benefits
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Temporary/Continuing: Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time
Union Group: Custodial, Maintenance, Dining, Skilled Trade (AFSCME Local 1609)
Term of Position: 12 Month
At Will/Just Cause: Just Cause
Summary of Position:
Perform skilled trades work in installing, inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing, and/or electrical wiring, equipment and devices of any voltage as required to maintain the function and operation of the University.
Position Type: Staff
Required Education:
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Required Work Experience:
No minimum years of experience required other than that necessary to obtain a Journeyman's license. However, work experience must include commercial, industrial, high voltage, and controls.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver’s license.
State of Michigan Journeyman Electrical License.
Physical Demands:
* Balancing
* Bending
* Climbing
* Carrying
* Driving
* Electrical Hazards
* Heights
* Inclement Weather
* Lifting
* Moving
* Pulling/Pushing
* Reaching
* Repetitive movement
* Standing
* Twisting
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
State of Michigan Master's Electrical license preferred but not required.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Estimate material requirements for assigned work.
Install, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair all electrical wiring, equipment, and apparatus used for signaling systems and circuits, including fire alarms, security alarms, time systems, and bell systems, as allowed by law. (Telephone communications systems excluded).
Install, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair all electrical wiring, equipment, and apparatus used for the distribution and utilization of electrical energy for power and lighting of both permanent and temporary circuits and systems of appropriate required voltage.
Install, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair all electrical wiring, equipment, and apparatus used for the production, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy for all emergency and standby systems and circuits.
Maintain assigned tools and keep equipment and mechanical space in a neat, organized, and clean, non-hazardous environment.
May be required to secure the required electrical permits.
Prepare records and reports as assigned.
Provide emergency shutdown and passenger evacuation from all elevators as provided by law.
Stock, maintain, and operate a service vehicle in a neat, organized, and safe manner.
Maintain the safety and security of equipment, vehicles, keys, tools, materials, and inventories.
Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities. Will authorize, pursuant to University policies and procedures, a driving record check and will meet the driving authorization requirements through the course of employment in a position where you are authorized to drive a vehicle as part of your duties.
Maintain safety, health, and quality standards in all duties and responsibilities.
Train and oversee the work of other employees in performing the characteristic duties.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Report to the immediate supervisor.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Assist in or perform work on other mechanical systems as needed.
Train and oversee others in the performance of the characteristic duties.
Skills and Abilities:
Communicate effectively with students, staff, faculty, and visitors.
Demonstrate the ability to climb a 100-foot light pole.
Direct and train others in the performance of the characteristic duties.
Erect and work from ladders, scaffolds, elevated work platforms, light poles, bucket trucks, etc.
Keep and maintain accurate records.
Maintain University standards of good artistry in both quality and quantity.
Perform mathematical computations with a high degree of accuracy.
Perform skilled work in all electrical-related duties.
Read, understand, interpret, and follow blueprints, sketches, schematics, specifications, directions, safety labels, equipment operation manuals, etc.
Understand and know methods, codes, regulations, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the electrical trade.
Understand, use good judgment, and follow procedures established through safety training and the physical plant safety manual.
Work harmoniously with others and direct them in situations of variable temperatures, occasional noise, stressful workloads, and inclement weather.
Work independently.
Work with the least amount of inconvenience to all people involved.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Required Documents:
* Resume
* Cover Letter
* Certification/License
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants need to ensure that their application reflects that minimum qualifications have been met in order to be considered for the position.
Initial Application Review Date:
11/30/2026
Open Until Position is Filled?: No
Posting Close Date:
EEO Statement:
Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
Advertised: 13 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
Job no: 498421
Work type: Staff
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Service/Maintenance
Position Title: Electrician
Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:
55501 - Electrical
Advertised Salary: $30.91-$33.12 hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and AFSCME/AFL-CIO Agreement
Benefits:
AFSCME Benefits
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Temporary/Continuing: Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time
Union Group: Custodial, Maintenance, Dining, Skilled Trade (AFSCME Local 1609)
Term of Position: 12 Month
At Will/Just Cause: Just Cause
Summary of Position:
Perform skilled trades work in installing, inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing, and/or electrical wiring, equipment and devices of any voltage as required to maintain the function and operation of the University.
Position Type: Staff
Required Education:
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Required Work Experience:
No minimum years of experience required other than that necessary to obtain a Journeyman's license. However, work experience must include commercial, industrial, high voltage, and controls.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver’s license.
State of Michigan Journeyman Electrical License.
Physical Demands:
* Balancing
* Bending
* Climbing
* Carrying
* Driving
* Electrical Hazards
* Heights
* Inclement Weather
* Lifting
* Moving
* Pulling/Pushing
* Reaching
* Repetitive movement
* Standing
* Twisting
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
State of Michigan Master's Electrical license preferred but not required.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Estimate material requirements for assigned work.
Install, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair all electrical wiring, equipment, and apparatus used for signaling systems and circuits, including fire alarms, security alarms, time systems, and bell systems, as allowed by law. (Telephone communications systems excluded).
Install, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair all electrical wiring, equipment, and apparatus used for the distribution and utilization of electrical energy for power and lighting of both permanent and temporary circuits and systems of appropriate required voltage.
Install, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair all electrical wiring, equipment, and apparatus used for the production, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy for all emergency and standby systems and circuits.
Maintain assigned tools and keep equipment and mechanical space in a neat, organized, and clean, non-hazardous environment.
May be required to secure the required electrical permits.
Prepare records and reports as assigned.
Provide emergency shutdown and passenger evacuation from all elevators as provided by law.
Stock, maintain, and operate a service vehicle in a neat, organized, and safe manner.
Maintain the safety and security of equipment, vehicles, keys, tools, materials, and inventories.
Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities. Will authorize, pursuant to University policies and procedures, a driving record check and will meet the driving authorization requirements through the course of employment in a position where you are authorized to drive a vehicle as part of your duties.
Maintain safety, health, and quality standards in all duties and responsibilities.
Train and oversee the work of other employees in performing the characteristic duties.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Report to the immediate supervisor.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Assist in or perform work on other mechanical systems as needed.
Train and oversee others in the performance of the characteristic duties.
Skills and Abilities:
Communicate effectively with students, staff, faculty, and visitors.
Demonstrate the ability to climb a 100-foot light pole.
Direct and train others in the performance of the characteristic duties.
Erect and work from ladders, scaffolds, elevated work platforms, light poles, bucket trucks, etc.
Keep and maintain accurate records.
Maintain University standards of good artistry in both quality and quantity.
Perform mathematical computations with a high degree of accuracy.
Perform skilled work in all electrical-related duties.
Read, understand, interpret, and follow blueprints, sketches, schematics, specifications, directions, safety labels, equipment operation manuals, etc.
Understand and know methods, codes, regulations, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the electrical trade.
Understand, use good judgment, and follow procedures established through safety training and the physical plant safety manual.
Work harmoniously with others and direct them in situations of variable temperatures, occasional noise, stressful workloads, and inclement weather.
Work independently.
Work with the least amount of inconvenience to all people involved.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Required Documents:
* Resume
* Cover Letter
* Certification/License
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants need to ensure that their application reflects that minimum qualifications have been met in order to be considered for the position.
Initial Application Review Date:
11/30/2026
Open Until Position is Filled?: No
Posting Close Date:
EEO Statement:
Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
Advertised: 13 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
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Entry Level Residential Electrician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level residential electrician job?
Start by completing a registered apprenticeship program or vocational training, since most employers at this level want candidates who can demonstrate hands-on wiring, panel installation, or rough-in work even without a full license. A state electrical trainee or helper license strengthens your application, and listing specific projects from coursework or internships on your resume gives hiring managers something concrete to evaluate.
Which companies hire entry level residential electricians?
Companies hiring entry level residential electricians right now include Asplundh Tree Expert, American Electric Power, and Johnson Controls, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Residential electrical contractors, home-building firms, and property maintenance companies tend to be the most active at this level, often taking on junior candidates as apprentice electricians or electrical helpers.
Are there remote entry level residential electrician jobs?
Yes, though the vast majority of residential electrician roles require on-site presence. About 0% of entry level residential electrician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve coordination, estimating, or project support work rather than hands-on installation. If you need flexibility, filtering by hybrid can surface those support-side opportunities.
Are these new grad residential electrician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior residential electrician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts completed apprenticeship coursework or internship hours in place of full work history, or lists a trainee or helper title rather than a journeyman designation. Searching for those signals helps you focus on roles that fit where you are right now.
Which industries hire the most entry level residential electricians?
Entry Level residential electrician roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive the most hiring at this level because new residential construction, home renovation activity, and ongoing property maintenance all require a steady pipeline of entry level electricians to support experienced crews.