NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Electrical Trainee (Electrical Pre-Apprentice)
Tacoma, WA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$33/hr - $33/hrNEOGOV is part of the City of Tacoma, which is seeking individuals for its Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship program. The role involves participating in a comprehensive training program that prepares candidates for future apprenticeship opportunities in the electrical trades.
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Responsibilities
Participate in an intensive, 12-month on-the-job training program
Gain experience and knowledge in areas such as classroom training on topics like basic electricity, math, algebra, and AC/DC theory
Safe, effective, and cooperative work practices in crew environments
Techniques for safely climbing ladders, towers, and poles, and working effectively at heights
Best practices for working in enclosed spaces
Knowledge of electrical utility equipment and services
Proper use and maintenance of electrical tools and equipment
Safety principles applied to daily work tasks
Assisting journey-level employees in crew environments
Developing physical strength, stamina, and techniques for strenuous tasks, with access to an onsite fitness center for physical ability test preparation
Rules and procedures for obtaining and maintaining a Washington State Class A commercial driver’s license and working safely around large vehicles and equipment
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or equivalent
Must be 18 years old by the time of hire (July 13, 2026)
Valid Washington State driver's license within 90 days of appointment with maintenance thereafter
Must obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within 90 days of appointment with maintenance thereafter
Position requires heavy lifting, climbing and working from heights, climbing stairs, fast reflexes, good eyesight, bending, stretching and standing
Work includes both indoor and outdoor environments and is subject to adverse weather conditions. Employees may be exposed to high voltage wires, heights, hazardous materials, gases, and noise from equipment
Knowledge of mathematics at the algebra level
Benefits
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System.
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
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2025-07-28Acquired
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