Electrician Helper

Kiewit • Harrah, OK

2d

About The Position

The Electrician Helper assists skilled craftspersons with electrical work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step. The role involves learning to interpret plans and determine work procedures, tools, and equipment, while supporting installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.

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 needed 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.
• Expected 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.

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 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 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 and power, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical tools.
• Comply with safety and project rules and perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED