Electrician - Formosa

Richard Construction, Inc.; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to install and maintain electrical systems on construction sites across Texas. You will read blueprints, install conduit, wire, equipment, test systems, and troubleshoot issues while following NEC and site safety rules.

Candidates must have journeyman license or 4+ years as an electrical apprentice, TWIC, and your own tools; willingness to travel is required. Strong teamwork and reliable attendance are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read blueprints, sketches, drawings, or building plans.
• Must possess all knowledge skills and abilities for position - see below.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have electrical experience working on industrial construction projects.
• Must be willing to follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must be able to regularly and reliably show up at the assigned job site.
• Must meet all safety and security requirements at the assigned job site.
• Must be willing to travel away from home for work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine the scope of work: locations in space (coordinates), quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Identify all tools required for tasks.
• Identify safety risks and precautions required to eliminate those risks.
• Perform general electrical construction and maintenance duties.
• Install, terminate, seal, test, etc., new electrical equipment, conduit, wire, raceways, or connections to electrical infrastructure and process equipment motors, etc.
• Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components.
• Troubleshooting electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
• Repairing and replacing equipment, electrical wiring, and fixtures.
• Follow National Electrical Code (NEC), state, local, and client regulations and specifications.
• Cleanup work areas.
• Must be willing to assist other crafts and perform additional job duties while not performing primary craft duties (be a Team player)

Skills

Blueprints reading

Electrical experience

Team player

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

TWIC

Travel willingness

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical testing gear

Job description

Richard Construction Inc. (RCI) is currently seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician.

Position Summary

An Industrial Electrician will perform the following activities but are not limited to: install wiring raceways, install cable trays, install wire & cable, install electrical equipment, lighting, perform wire terminations, perform electrical tests, troubleshoot electrical systems, etc., across a construction site

Qualification Highlights:

• Must be able to read blueprints, sketches, drawings, or building plans
• Must possess all knowledge skills and abilities for position - see below
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements
• Must have electrical experience working on industrial construction projects
• Must be willing to follow all safety rules and regulations
• Must have all required tools
• Must be able to regularly and reliably show up at the assigned job site
• Must meet all safety and security requirements at the assigned job site
• Must be willing to travel away from home for work assignments

Position Responsibilities:

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine the scope of work: locations in space (coordinates), quantities, and sizes of materials required
• Identify all tools required for tasks
• Identify safety risks and precautions required to eliminate those risks
• Perform general electrical construction and maintenance duties
• Install, terminate, seal, test, etc., new electrical equipment, conduit, wire, raceways, or connections to electrical infrastructure and process equipment motors, etc.
• Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components
• Troubleshooting electrical issues using appropriate testing devices
• Repairing and replacing equipment, electrical wiring, and fixtures
• Follow National Electrical Code (NEC), state, local, and client regulations and specifications
• Cleanup work areas
• Must be willing to assist other crafts and perform additional job duties while not performing primary craft duties (be a Team player)

Required Qualifications:

• Must have verifiable experience as a journeyman electrician or 4+ years working as an electrical apprentice
• TWIC
• Must have State issued journeyman or master electrician license
• Must have experience reading blueprints, plans, and drawings proficiently to perform duties
• Must have knowledge on materials, tools, and processes involved with basic building techniques and form construction
• Must be able to compute basic arithmetic functions, measure, mark, and cut equipment or materials to specifications
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to work full work schedule and any additional overtime with little or no notification
• Must be willing to assist other crafts and perform additional duties while not performing primary craft duties
• Must be willing to work safely and follow all safety rules and regulations
• Must follow all company and site rules and regulations
• Must have required tools
• Ability to work with others - Team player
• Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors
• Commitment to Richard values, safety rules, and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Richard Construction Inc. (RCI) former employee from a Reduction of Force (ROF)
• Former employee of RCI
• NCCER Certification related to Electrician or Instrumentation
• Completion of electrician apprenticeship or other formal/technical education

Candidate Possession of Required Tools:

• Tool Box or Personal Gang Box with Lock
• Tool Pouch with Belt
• Insulated Needle Nose Pliers
• Insulated Side Cutters (Dikes)
• Insulated Hand Cable Cutters
• Insulated Crimper Pliers
• Insulated Wire Strippers
• Insulated Screw Drivers: Phillips and Flat Head
• Adjustable Wrenches
• Socket Set 3/8\"
• Nut Driver Set
• Voltage Tester or Digital Multi-Meter
• 25' Tape Measure
• Hacksaw
• Ugly's Electrical Reference or NEC Code Book
• Safety Toed Boots
• Not Required but advantageous for this position:
  • Battery Operated Drill & Reciprocating Saw
  • Amp Clamp Meter (Amprobe)
  • Megohmeter/Insulation Resistance Tester, 600V

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting
• Will talk and hear in order to communicate effectively
• Able to use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, and push or pull objects such as materials, controls, and tools
• Will be required to lift, carry and move objects up to 50 lbs in weight
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and work off platforms and man lifts
• Capable of occasionally work out on an open structure using the appropriate fall protection requirements
• Capable of work at heights up to 300 feet utilizing proper fall protection devices
• Will use vision abilities to focus, see short distances, see colors, possess depth perception and peripheral vision
• Must be capable of working outdoors in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, earplugs/muffs, safety vests, gloves, steel toe/safety toe boots, and masks/respirators

RCI is dedicated in providing a SAFE and Drug Free environment.

RCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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