Unlicensed Electrician

Helix Electric•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.â¯ Helix Electric has need for a dynamic Electrician . The successful electrician will be part of a production driven team, performing electrical installations and troubleshooting. DUTIES & SCOPE: Responsible for assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial settings. Prepares work area for installation of equipment. Installs electrical components. Connects wiring and equipment as per code and job specification. Operates equipment only if trained and certified to operate. (Note: Powder activated tools, and JLG lifts and other operations that may require certification and training before operating). Sets up and operates tools such as hydraulic benders, power threaders, power pullers and cable vacuum systems. Be able to read blueprints and electrical drawings and install as specified. Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances per drawings or plans. Secure and lock up equipment after use.

Requirements

State Journeyman Electrician Certification is a requirement in states where required or considered highly desirable in states without this requirement
A proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
Excellent working knowledge of the Building Codes.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow.
Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves always), respirator when required.
Able to work 8-10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime, and night shifts as required.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, able to routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds and pushing and pulling of objects is required.
Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial settings.
Prepares work area for installation of equipment.
Installs electrical components.
Connects wiring and equipment as per code and job specification.
Operates equipment only if trained and certified to operate.
Sets up and operates tools such as hydraulic benders, power threaders, power pullers and cable vacuum systems.
Be able to read blueprints and electrical drawings and install as specified.
Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances per drawings or plans.
Secure and lock up equipment after use.