Small Cap - Electrician

Zachry Group•La Porte, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman Electrician I installs, repairs, and maintains electrical wiring, conduit, equipment, and fixtures. The role performs underground and above-ground cable and conduit installations, as well as electrical maintenance and repairs in an industrial setting. The electrician leads less-skilled electricians in their work area to promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with site and company requirements. The position follows Zachry and site-specific safety rules, the Lock, Tag and Try procedure, applicable state and local building and electrical codes, and NFPA 70 (NEC 2014) requirements. It includes inspecting work areas, tools, and electrical equipment; interpreting plans and drawings; installing and maintaining electrical systems; and leading Safety Task Assessment meetings. The role also participates in the Zachry Craft Advancement Program for Electricians according to site guidelines. Work takes place at an industrial job site, in varying weather conditions and elevations, with moderate-to-high noise and nearby equipment, vehicles, materials, and tools. The job involves substantial standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting; occasional work at heights, ladder and stair climbing, and work from platforms; and use of required personal protective equipment. The employee may need to lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds and must be able to work at heights of 300 feet.

Requirements

Must possess an NCCER Plus Industrial Electrician License.
Must be able to read and interpret prints, drawings, schematics, and plans.
Thorough knowledge of electrician hand tools, power tools, and layout tools.
Must have the required tools.
Must be able to work at heights of 300 feet.
Must be able to meet the physical demands and pre-employment conditions.
Must have reliable transportation.
Ability to use mathematics to validate operation and installation methods according to NEC 2014 standards.
Organization and time-management skills.
Active listening skills.
Good decision-making skills.
Customer-service orientation.
Ability to work with others as a team player.
Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors.
Commitment to Zachry values, safety rules, and regulations.

Responsibilities

Comply with Zachry and site-specific safety rules and oversee co-workers’ compliance within the assigned area.
Follow direction from a Multi-Craft Electrician, General Foreman, Craft Superintendent, Site Superintendent, and/or Project Manager.
Follow the Lock, Tag and Try work procedure and oversee co-workers’ compliance with it.
Inspect designated work areas for hazards.
Participate in and complete the Zachry Craft Advancement Program (ZCAP) for Electricians according to site-established guidelines.
Inspect hand and power tools to ensure they are safe and in proper working order.
Use hand and power tools safely, including conduit benders, screwdrivers, pliers, knives, hacksaws, wire strippers, and drills, and oversee co-workers’ compliance.
Examine blueprints, sketches, diagrams, building plans, and specifications to determine locations of circuits, outlets, load centers, panel boards, wires, conduit, components, and other equipment.
Carry, cut, bend, connect, and install conduit in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC 2014).
Pull cables and conductors through specified pathways in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC 2014).
Modify, fabricate, and install cable trays as required and in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC 2014).
Safely operate testing equipment, such as clamp meters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, and harmonics testers, to validate connections and circuit capability.
Inspect and test electrical equipment to confirm safe operation and intended performance.
Safely install and maintain temporary power systems and their distribution systems in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC 2014).
Install and maintain assured equipment grounding and bonding on equipment and facilities.
Terminate wire and cable to electrical equipment, including outlets, switches, breakers, control panels, and distribution systems.
Observe state and local building and electrical codes.
Lead Safety Task Assessment (STA) meetings.
Perform other duties as required.