Electrician I

Zachry Group; Luling (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking an Industrial Electrician Helper in Louisiana. The role requires 4+ years in the field, reading blueprints, and working on high voltage systems.

Candidates must have their own tools, reliable transportation, and be able to meet physical requirements including working at heights. The position involves reading specifications, installing and testing electrical components, and coordinating with teams.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read blueprints and schematics.
• Must have experience working with high voltage systems.
• Minimum 4 years as Industrial Electrician Helper or Electrician.
• Basic electrical theory (Ohm's law).
• Able to install/modify cable tray using hand/power tools.
• Ability to bend/cut conduit with various tools.
• Proficient in cable pulling methods.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine scope, locations, quantities and sizes of materials.
• Identify tools required for tasks.
• Identify safety risks and precautions to eliminate risks.
• Cut, bend, and run conduit as specified on blueprints.
• Install/modify/fabricate cable tray as needed per specs.
• Pull cable through specified pathways.
• Assemble and install electrical equipment.
• Terminate wires/cable to equipment such as breakers, control panels and distribution systems.
• Test electrical components for continuity and proper voltage per specs.
• Inspect equipment for hazards and operation.
• Set up and maintain temporary power systems.
• Install/maintain grounding systems for all equipment and structures.
• Hoist equipment via bull rigging or crane.

Skills

Blueprints reading

High voltage experience

Lock out tag out

Reliable transportation

Education

NCCER certification

Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Tools

Ohm meters

Multimeters

Terminating devices

Job description

• Must have 4+ years’ experience as an Industrial Electrician Helper or above.
• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below).
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must be able to work at heights more than 300 ft.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Qualification Highlights

• Must have 4+ years’ experience as an Industrial Electrician Helper or above.
• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below).
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must be able to work at heights more than 300 ft.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Position Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Identify all tools required for tasks.
• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.
• Cut, bend, and run conduit as specified on blueprints.
• Install, modify, and fabricate cable tray as necessary according to specifications.
• Pull cable through specified pathways.
• Assemble and install electrical equipment.
• Terminate wires and cable to electrical equipment such as but not limited to breakers, control panels and distribution systems.
• Test electrical components for continuity and proper voltage readings according to specifications.
• Inspect electrical equipment and components to identify hazards and to ensure the equipment is in good operational condition.
• Setup and maintain temporary power systems.
• Install and maintain grounding systems for all equipment and structures.
• Hoist equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to read blueprints and schematics proficiently to perform duties.
• Must be able to demonstrate former knowledge and experience working on high voltage systems.
• Must have worked as an Industrial electrical helper or as an Industrial Electrician for a minimum of 4 years.
• Must know basic electrical theory for example but not limited to ohms law.
• Must be able to install and modify cable tray using hand tools and power tools.
• Must be able to bend and cut conduit using hand saws, hand tube bending equipment as well as power and hydraulic cutting and tube bending devices.
• Must be proficient in cable pulling methods use to run cable through specified pathways.
• Must be able to use specialized electrical tools such as but not limited to ohm meters, multi-meters, and terminating devices.
• Must be able to terminate both High and low voltage equipment and cable/wiring.
• Must have mechanical and electrical knowledge of components relative to a Combined Cycle Power Plant.
• Must be able to trouble shoot equipment and systems for electrical malfunctions.
• Must be able to identify different types, gauges, and color of cables and wires.
• Must be able to follow instructions correctly.
• Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes.
• Must be able to illustrate knowledge and experience of working with a lock out tag out system.
• Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations.
• Must be able to make it to work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed with the proper notification.

Preferred Additional Qualification

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Licensed Journeyman Electrician.
• National Center for Construction Education and Research’s (NCCER) certification for Industrial Journeyman Electrician.

Reporting to:

• This position does not have any direct reports; however, the position will work closely with and oversee on occasion of helper and labor positions. The position will hold a positional and expertise authority of the helper and laborer positions.

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting. Will talk and hear to communicate. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools. May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50lbs. Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, work off platforms and man lifts, and may occasionally work out on an open structure using the appropriate fall protection requirements. Must be able to see full range of colors. Must be able to use fingers in precise coordinated movements. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and leather work boots.