Apprentice

Helix Electric Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarships

Job summary

Helix Electric Inc is seeking an Apprentice Electrician to join a production-driven team. The role involves electrical installations, troubleshooting, and assisting with wiring systems in commercial and industrial settings.

The position supports learning and applying building codes, safety procedures, and teamwork. Starting pay and full benefits are provided, with opportunities to grow within a large national contractor.

Qualifications

• Able to read blueprints and electrical drawings or learn to do so.
• Willingness to perform physical work 70% of the time and lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort with working in varied weather and job sites, and wearing PPE.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial, industrial and large multi-family settings.
• Prepare work areas for installation and set up tools and equipment.
• Connect wiring and equipment per code and job specifications.
• Learn and follow Building Codes and project plans.
• Read drawings, verify dimensions, alignments and clearances.

Job description

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.

To better support complex projects, Helix Electric has need for a dynamic Apprentice Electrician. The successful apprentice electrician will be part of a production driven team, performing electrical installations and troubleshooting.

DUTIES & SCOPE:

• Responsible for assisting or completing assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial, industrial and large multi-family settings.
• Prepares work area for installation of equipment.
• Installs or assists with installation of 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.
• Learn or 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.
• A proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
• Learning and using excellent working knowledge of the Building Codes.
• Learning and using strong communication and interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• 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.

The starting hourly base pay for this role is between USD $20.00 and $42.50 per hour/annually. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
• Tax Savings Accounts - FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarships

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