Crusoe - 4609 - Electrical Apprentice 2

Black & Veatch; Claude (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking an electrician helper trainee to shadow journeymen and learn essential tasks on the job site. You will read blueprints, diagnose basic electrical issues, and assist with installing and maintaining electrical systems in accordance with plans and codes.

The role emphasizes safety, on-the-job training, and collaboration with a skilled team to deliver quality outcomes and grow within the electrical trade.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include 2001-4000 hours (1-2 years) of experience as an electrician and basic knowledge of electrical work.
• If applicable, must have all necessary licenses for the jurisdiction; must be at least 18 years old.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding, which may include background checks, drug screen, and motor vehicle records.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyman electrician and follow instructions.
• Learn to use hand and power tools to assist in wiring, conduit installation, and equipment handling.
• Perform minor repairs such as replacing fuses, sockets, bulbs, and switches.
• Maintain tools and equipment; help prepare and lay out materials and assist in plan execution.
• Participate in safety programs and report hazards; observe and correct risks as needed.

Education

NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program

NCCER Construction Craft Laborer

Job description

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

Job Summary

Shadow one of our electricians and help them with their tasks. Learn to read blueprints, diagnose electrical problems, and repair electrical systems. Assist with installing new electrical systems. Assist journeyman in the planning, lay-out, installation, testing and repair of wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, equipment, and control systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist a journeyman electrician and follow instructions.
• Learn to use appropriate hand (i.e. drill, screwdriver) and power tools (i.e. pipe threader, conduit bender) to properly assist electrician in performing his/her duties, including, but not limited to, measuring, cutting, and bending wire and conduit; drill holes for wiring; pull wiring through opening; assist in lifting, positioning, and fastening objects, such as wiring, conduit, and motors.
• Perform minor repairs, such as replacing fuses, light sockets, bulbs, and switches.
• Maintain tools and equipment and keep supplies and parts in order; disassemble, repair and reassemble defective electrical equipment, such as motors.
• Load, transport, unload, and furnish electrician with materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary.
• Help install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications; perform other routine duties as directed by experienced craft worker.
• Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested. Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries. Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised. Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional. If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved.
• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed.
• Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions; Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards.
• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e. back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens).
• Understand, support, and follow lockout/tag out procedures. Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined in training.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately.
• Listen to co-workers’ suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate.
• Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job.
• Actively participate in on-the-job training and mentoring opportunities with co-workers in your craft when provided.
• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards.
• Learn to read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
• With regard to that portion of the work assigned, assist in the storage, planning and lay-out of materials in accordance with those plans and specifications. Assist journeymen in laying out work and learn to perform layout independently.
• Learn to observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement. Notify supervision of any hazards observed and utilize safety stop work authority as needed.

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCER Construction Craft Laborer
• NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program
• NCCER Construction Craft Laborer
• NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program

Minimum Qualifications

• 2001-4000 hours (1-2 years) of experience working as an electrician and a basic knowledge of the electrical craft. Developing knowledge in the installation or maintenance of electrical wiring, conduit, systems, equipment, and fixtures; testing electrical systems with appropriate tools. If applicable must have all necessary licenses for the jurisdiction in which the work is to be performed. Ability to understand and follow directions. In addition, must have all necessary tools (see Electrician helper tool list). Must be at least 18 years of age.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Salary Plan

ELC: Electrical

Job Grade

100

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

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Electrical, Laborer, Electrician, Engineering