Electrician Helper
ARS
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Job Description
About ARS-Rescue Rooter American Residential Services
ARS-Rescue Rooter American Residential Services is the largest provider of residential services in the US, employing more than 7000 professionals across the country. ARS has been serving its customers with HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical solutions for over 45 years since its establishment in 1975.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Electrical Apprentice who can help troubleshoot and repair the electrical components of residential heating and cooling systems, as well as perform general residential electrical upgrades and repairs.
What You Can Expect
- Hourly Pay- $18-$20 per hour depending on experience
- Year-round full-time work
- Paid orientation, paid training, and weekly direct deposit payroll
- NO On-Call, NO Overnight work
- Professional uniform and cleaning service
- Comprehensive Training Opportunities provided by the in-house Learning & Development team. Training including but not limited to technical, sales, safety, leadership, and systems training
- National Network to support professional growth & development and provide transfer opportunities
Industry-Leading Benefit Package
- Low-Cost Health Insurance Plans starting at $5 a week
- HSA (Health Savings Account) and annual company contribution for specific plans
- FSA (Flexible Spending Account) for specific plans
- Dental and Vision Insurance options
- Enhanced Dental Insurance options
- 401(k) with weekly match contribution
- 13 PTO Days
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Company-paid life insurance policy, Short-term disability, long-term disability (additional life insurance options are also available)
- Free 24/7 Virtual Telemedicine Services from your first day of employment
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Legal Insurance Plan
- Discount Programs with our partnered accounts (Childcare, Personal cell phone, auto, insurance, etc.)
Requirements
- Electrical Apprentice license
- 2 years of residential service experience
- Generator install/repair experience preferred
- Knowledge of local electrical codes
- A proven work ethic with excellent customer service and communication skills
- Pre-employment drug screen and background checks required
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Additional Information
This posting provides details on potential compensation ranges and possibilities. These amounts are not guaranteed and should in no way be construed as an offer. Sign-on bonuses may be available, amounts are depending on experience and will be paid out according to an offer letter addendum.
American Residential Services provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, both applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or genetic information, age, military service or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws prohibiting discrimination.
What Most Electricians Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Electrical work in Texas is licensed by the state. You begin as a registered apprentice, accumulate thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician, and pass an exam to reach journeyman, then master. A posting that says electrician may want a specific tier, so check which license the role expects. Pay is hourly and climbs sharply with each license step. Service and low-voltage specialties sometimes add performance pay on top.
The work splits into residential, commercial, and industrial, and each feels different. Residential service means troubleshooting panels, outlets, and fixtures in occupied homes. Commercial and new construction lean on conduit bending, blueprint reading, and rough-in on a schedule. Safety is constant. You lock out circuits, test before you touch, and follow code to the letter because inspectors check the work. Demand in the Houston metro stays strong with new building, solar tie-ins, and EV charger installs, so skilled hands rarely sit idle.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Most days open with a job packet or a service route. You review the scope, pull materials, and set up a safe work area. Service electricians spend the day diagnosing dead circuits, replacing breakers, adding outlets, and correcting wiring that failed an inspection. You test voltage, trace faults, and confirm every connection is tight and grounded.
On new construction the rhythm is different. You bend and run conduit, pull wire, mount boxes, and set panels to the plan. Rough-in has to pass inspection before walls close, so accuracy and code knowledge matter more than speed. You coordinate with other trades sharing the site and keep your runs clean. Documentation closes out the day. You mark panels, note circuits, and record what was installed. The job mixes physical work, careful measurement, and steady problem solving, and a single miss can mean a failed inspection or a callback.
What Electricians Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Electricians).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.45/hr.
Becoming a Licensed Electrician in Texas
Electrical work is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. You start as a registered apprentice and log thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician. With enough documented hours you test for journeyman, and after more experience you sit for the master electrician exam. A master can hold or serve as the responsible party for a contractor license. Specialties like low-voltage and sign electrician have their own licenses. Every step ties to hours and a passing exam, so track your time from day one.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Apprentice Electrician $47,237/yr
Register with the state and log paid hours under a licensed electrician.
- 2 Journeyman Electrician $59,176/yr
Pass the exam and wire installs and service with limited supervision.
- 3 Master Electrician $73,715/yr
Top tier. Design systems, pull permits, and oversee journeymen.
- 4 Estimator / Foreman $73,715/yr
Bid projects and lead crews on commercial and industrial jobs.
- 5 Electrical Contractor $84,469/yr
Hold the contractor license and run your own electrical business.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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