Electrician Helper - Austin Industrial (Pasadena, TX)

Austin Careers • Pasadena, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring an Electrician Helper to assist electricians with the assembly, installation, testing, and maintenance of electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand and power tools. The role also assists with diagnosing malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate breakdown causes and help correct problems. Other duties may be assigned.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Austin Industries is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

The work may take place in industrial and construction environments and may involve weather conditions, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. Employees must follow safety, quality, and productivity expectations and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.

Requirements

• Three years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license and TDLR Card.
• Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Able to perform duties that involve sitting, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and using hands and fingers.
• Able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; work at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces as required.
• Sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to perform job responsibilities safely.
• Able to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment, solve problems, maintain attention to detail, manage stress, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Able to wear required personal protective equipment and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.
• Maintain a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Gather tools and supplies for the work site according to the electrician’s instructions.
• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using a ruler and hand tools.
• Drill holes for wiring using a power drill, and pull or push wiring through openings.
• Trace short circuits in wiring using knowledge of wiring and a test meter.
• Assist in lifting, positioning, or fastening wiring, conduit, motors, and other objects.
• Perform minor repairs, such as replacing fuses, light sockets, bulbs, and switches.
• May disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace worn or defective parts, and reassemble equipment.
• Maintain a current electrician’s license or identification card to meet state regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed