Electrical Helper - Industrial

Transmission & Distribution World; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowder is seeking an Electrical Helper to support industrial construction projects across the Southeast. The role involves bending conduit, pulling wire, and assisting with electrical installations on heavy civil and energy facilities.

You must demonstrate safe work habits and possess OSHA and NEC knowledge, with 1–5+ years of related experience. The position requires reliable transportation to a multi-state job site network and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• 1 to 5+ years of verifiable experience as an electrical helper in industrial construction.
• Ability to demonstrate safe work habits in a construction environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements and how they promote workplace safety.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code for bending conduit.

Responsibilities

• Pull wire through conduit with assistance of other helpers under supervision.
• Under supervision, prepare ends of conductors for pulling.
• Assist in trench excavation and material handling.
• Help move machine parts and materials for assembly and repair.
• May splice wires and connect wiring to fixtures and equipment.
• May assist in conduit installation and connect power cables.
• May measure and bend conduit using tools.
• May install control and distribution apparatus.
• Perform other duties as described under HELPER of other trades.

Skills

Electrical experience

Safety awareness

OSHA knowledge

NEC knowledge

Job description

Since 1947, Crowder has built a legacy of success in the construction industry. We work throughout the Southeast on heavy construction infrastructure projects ranging from bridges, dams, water and waste water treatment facilities, power plants and other energy facilities. We are a general contractor who self performs civil, electrical and mechanical trades on both traditional and more complex alternative delivery projects.

As a family-owned company, it is the spirit of not only doing the right things, but doing things the right way that is the true legacy of our founders and our people. Crowder is Building America and Proud of It® as reflected in our Mission Statement:

We are dedicated to superior performance and committed to making a positive difference for our clients, for our communities, and in the lives of our employees.

CROWDER IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
All Qualified Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Crowder is a Drug Free Workplace and E-Verify Employer

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Able to Pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• Additional Requirements for Craftworkers:
  • Must have own transportation to and from jobsite every work day (driver's license not required)
  • Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
  • May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities)

Primary function of an Electrical Helper: Set up reel stands and spindles for a wire pulling installation. Keep work area clean and free of any work hazards and report anything unsafe to their supervisor. May bend conduit to include 90 degree, back to back, offsets, kicks, saddle bends with hand bender, electric bender and hydraulic benders.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Pull wire through conduit with assistance of other helpers under supervision.
• Under supervision, prepare the ends of conductors for pulling, using swabs and brushes.
• Assist in trench excavation, carrying, moving or retrieving materials and/or tools.
• Help move machine parts and materials to assist in assembly and repair of gear, generators and related equipment.
• May splice wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, twisting wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
• May connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment, using hand tools.
• May assist in conduit installation.
• May connect power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and installing grounding leads.
• May measure cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using such tools as saws, pipe threading machine, and conduit bender.
• May assist in termination of wire.
• May install control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels.
• May perform other duties as described under HELPER of other trades.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Must have 1 to 5+ years of verifiable experience as an electrical helper in industrial construction
• Must be able to demonstrate safe work habits in a construction environment
• Maintain knowledge of and explain the purpose of OSHA and how it promotes safety on the job
• Maintain knowledge of and explain the requirements of the National Electrical Code for bending conduit

Benefits:

At the heart of Crowder's Mission Statement is the commitment to "make a positive difference in the lives of our employees." Our comprehensive benefits package is custom-designed to achieve that goal through access to the following benefits:

• Health Plans, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Healthcare Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program with Incentives
• 401k Savings and Profit Sharing Plan with Matching Contributions
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Voluntary and Dependent Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness
• Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Crowder YOUniversity Career-Based Training
• Educational Assistance
• Direct Deposit

Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment.