Electrician Helper 1

Kiewit•Greenville, MS

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Assist skilled craftspersons by performing supportive duties as directed under immediate supervision. The level and degree of responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step. The role supports electrical installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair work on construction and industrial sites, including work with high- and low-voltage systems.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
Must possess strong working knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management and supervision.
Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand, power, layout, and measurement tools.
Must have required tools.
Must pass fit-for-duty testing and pre-access drug and alcohol testing; a background check is also required.
U.S. driver's license may be required.
Able to move and work around confined and cluttered places and on uneven surfaces.
Able to complete tasks in noisy and dusty environments.
May be required to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across a construction or industrial site.

Responsibilities

Learn to interpret drawings, sketches, software, and plans and determine appropriate work procedures, tools, and equipment to troubleshoot and repair problems.
Assist skilled craftspeople with measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembling, and installing electrical conduit; welding supports; installing cable and duct banks; and making terminations.
Assist with installing and fastening control and distribution apparatus.
Assist with testing and starting up systems and checking circuit continuity to ensure electrical compatibility and component safety.
Observe installed equipment and systems to identify hazards and determine whether adjustments, relocation, or replacement are needed.
May pull wire through conduit and connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment.
Work with high- and low-voltage systems.
Assist with disassembling and repairing defective electrical equipment or systems.
Learn to operate electrical and mechanical hand tools, power tools, and hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical tools.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules and perform other duties as required.