Electrician Helper 1

TIC - The Industrial Company; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC - The Industrial Company seeks an entry-level helper to support skilled craftspersons in electrical/construction tasks under supervision.

You will learn to read drawings, measure, cut, assemble, install conduit, and assist with wiring and safety practices on an industrial site. This role emphasizes following instructions and using tools safely to complete assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; prior field experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, sketches, software, plans and determine work procedures and tools.
• Assist with measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembling and installing conduit.
• Assist with installation of control and distribution apparatus and terminations.
• Assist with testing and startup of systems and verify electrical compatibility.
• Observe equipment to identify hazards and determine adjustments needed.
• May pull wire through conduit and connect wiring to fixtures and equipment.
• Work with high and low voltage systems.
• Assist with disassembly and repair of defective electrical equipment.
• Learn to operate electrical and mechanical hand tools, power, hydraulic and pneumatic tools.

Skills

Ability to understand, follow and 0

Communicate effectively with 0

Written and oral instruction adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 189706

Position Summary

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.

Requirements

The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.

• Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
• Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
• May be required to use ladders, mechanical platforms, manlifts, scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
• May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
• Must have required tools.
• May require U.S. Drivers License.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
• Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.