Electrician Helper 1

Tic Inc; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC – The Industrial Company is seeking an entry-level helper to support skilled craftsmen in electrical conduit installation and related tasks under supervision. You will learn to interpret drawings, use tools, and follow safety procedures on site.

This role is based in Abilene, TX, offering hands-on training, opportunities for advancement within TIC, and potential for a long-term industrial career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is typical.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Field experience in a craft discipline is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Learn to interpret drawings, sketches, software, and plans and determine tools and procedures.
• Assist with measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembling, and installing conduit; weld supports; install cable/duct banks; terminations.
• Assist with installation of control and distribution apparatus and fastening.
• Assist with testing and startup of systems and continuity of circuits.
• Observe equipment to identify hazards and need for adjustments.
• Pull wire through conduit and connect wiring to fixtures and equipment.
• Work with high and low voltage systems.
• Assist with disassembly and repair of electrical equipment or systems.
• Learn to operate hand tools, power tools, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical tools.

Skills

Drawings interpretation

Tool usage

Electrical knowledge

Safety procedures

Job description

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Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Experience Level

Entry

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Learn to Interpret drawings, sketches, software, plans and determines best work procedures, tools, equipment needed to troubleshoot and repair problems
• Assist skilled craftsman measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit; weld supports; install cable and duct banks; make terminations
• Assist with the Installaltion of control and distribution apparatus’ and fastens in place
• Assist with the test and start up systems and continuity of circuit to insure electrical compatibility and safety of components
• Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement
• May be required to pull wire through conduit; connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment
• Work with high and low voltage systems
• Assist with the disassembly and repair of defective electrical equipment or systems
• Learn to operate electrical and mechanical hand tools, power, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical tools

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess knowledge skills and abilities for position
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.

Work Setting & Job Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

About TIC

TIC – The Industrial Company is a leading industrial, power, marine and heavy civil contractor that builds some of the most complex projects across North America. As an employee-owned company, TIC is truly Powered by People. Our culture, focused on safety and people development, offers employees exciting, challenging and rewarding careers. Our services are diverse - and with our unique network of decentralized offices, backed by a multi-billion-dollar organization - we have the availability to tackle projects of any size within the energy marketplace. We offer more than a paycheck. In addition to competitive wages, employees receive access to award-winning training, paid time off (PTO) and full benefit packages - including health, dental and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement savings, complete with a company match program. We reward employees based on their performance and offer many opportunities for advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Few contractors can build what TIC builds, the way TIC builds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best

Whether it’s cement for our sidewalks and driveways; aluminum for our automobiles; wood pellets for our grills; paper plates for our picnics; food for our pets or the beverages we consume with our friends, our longstanding work in the industrial market touches the tiny details in our daily lives.