Apprentice Electrician
CITY OF YORK COUNCIL, Foss Islands, York
Apprentice Electrician
£20,932 a year
CITY OF YORK COUNCIL, Foss Islands, York
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 6 days ago, 31 Jul | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: 12-08-2026 (In 6 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Foss Islands, York
Full Job Description
Introduction
We are recruiting two Apprentice Electricians to work within the Electrical Department. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and growing team that carries out electrical maintenance, testing, and installation across a wide range of properties, from domestic properties to schools and public buildings.
About the Employer
We are a modern council, with high standards in all we do, living up to our values and making it a great place to work. We have a supportive culture that enables our employees to make the most of their skills and enjoy a healthy work/life balance, offering you an exciting place in which to develop your career. You will be able to make a real difference to people’s lives in a cosmopolitan city that boasts a strong local economy and a growing number of prominent companies.
What You'll Do
- Assist with maintenance repairs and installation of electrical systems on a full range of Council properties
- Assist with repairs and maintenance on a full range of electrical systems, including fire alarms, call systems etc.
- Assist with the installation of new and refurbished electrical systems using a full range of installation materials and techniques.
- Assist with routine checking and testing of all types of electrical systems, including the location and repair of faults
- Attend college, training providers and assessment sessions as required and actively work towards achieving the Installation and Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship Standard
Training Outcome
- There may be opportunity to apply for a role within the Council, but this is not guaranteed
- We believe that the experience you will gain throughout your apprenticeship will significantly enhance your ability to find employment inside or outside our organisation
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4
Course Information
Course: Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Construction and the built environment
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
Expected Duration: 4 Years 3 Months
Number of Positions Available: 2
Training Provider: JTL
This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.