Base
Energy
ApprenticeElectrician
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“Apprentice Electrician at Base. Skills: Electrical installation, Battery systems, Trade skills. Assist electricians with installations. Assist with repairs”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting
Occasional after-hours work, Occasional weekend work
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Enrolled in electrical apprenticeship program, Eligible for electrical apprenticeship program
Nice to Have
0-2+ years construction experience, 0-2+ years electrical experience, 0-2+ years hands-on trade experience
What You'll Do.
Assist electricians with installations
Assist with troubleshooting
Assist with general electrical tasks
Help install battery systems
Help prepare job sites
Follow instructions for installs
Ensure installs meet inspection requirements
Ensure installs meet quality standards
experienced electricians
Build practical skills
Build real-world electrical knowledge
Keep job sites efficient
Participate in after-hours work
Participate in weekend work
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work well with team
Communication Scope
Follow directions; Ask questions
Full Job Description
ABOUT BASE Base is America’s next-generation power company. We’re rebuilding the foundation of modern civilization–electricity–by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries that is transforming today’s fragile, centralized grid into a resilient and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving some of the most complex, interdisciplinary challenges of our time. ABOUT THE ROLE Base is looking for Apprentice Electricians to join our field installation crews in Northern Illinois. This is a unique opportunity to help launch Base Power's first operations outside of Texas. As an Apprentice Electrician, you'll work alongside experienced electricians installing home backup battery systems while learning the trade through hands-on field experience. You'll play an important role in helping establish the foundation for our Illinois operations while developing the skills needed to advance your electrical career. What You'll Do - Hands-On Field Support: Assist electricians with installations, repairs, troubleshooting, and general electrical tasks - Installation Assistance: Help with pulling wire, mounting equipment, installing battery systems, and preparing job sites - Quality & Compliance Support: Follow instructions to help ensure installs meet inspection requirements and internal quality standards - On-Site Learning: Work alongside experienced electricians to build practical skills and real-world electrical knowledge - Tool & Material Management: Organize tools, stage materials, and help keep job sites clean, safe, and efficient - Emergent Support: Participate in occasional after-hours or weekend work as needed to support urgent field needs. What You'll Bring - Credentials: Enrolled in or eligible for an electrical apprenticeship program in Illinois preferred - Experience: 0–2+ years of construction, electrical, or hands-on trade experience is a plus, but not required - Mindset: Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a "do it right" attitude
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