Electrician Helper 2
About The Position
Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step. The role supports electrical installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair work. Duties may include working with high- and low-voltage systems, conduit, cable, control and distribution equipment, lighting fixtures, and power equipment. The position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions, climbing and working at heights and in confined spaces, and the ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by workload.
Requirements
- May require a high school diploma or equivalent, with previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
- Must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position.
- Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management and supervision.
- Field experience in the chosen craft discipline.
- Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools, and layout tools.
- Able to meet all physical requirements.
- Must have all required tools.
- Able to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces, which may exceed 200 feet.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by workload.
- Must observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
Responsibilities
- Learn to interpret drawings, sketches, software, and plans, and determine work procedures and the tools and equipment needed 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 control and distribution apparatus and fastening it in place.
- Assist with testing and starting up systems and checking circuit continuity to ensure electrical compatibility and component safety.
- Observe installed equipment or systems in operation to identify hazards and determine whether adjustments, relocation, or replacement are needed.
- Pull wire through conduit and connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment as required.
- 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, hydraulic tools, pneumatic tools, and electrical tools.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
