Electrician (Industrial)

Thompson Construction Group; Arkadelphia (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

A leading construction company in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, is seeking an Electrician to plan and execute wiring installations safely and according to specifications. The ideal candidate must have completed a Construction Electrician Course with relevant experience and possess solid communication skills. Responsibilities include minimizing waste during installations, testing electrical systems, and ensuring safety compliance. Attractive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Completed Construction Electrician Course at a technical or trade school.
• At least 1 year of experience in the field or 3 years as Electrician Helper.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan installations to minimize waste and ensure compliance with code.
• Follow blueprints to install wiring before walls or ceilings.
• Assemble conduit and install wiring using tools safely.
• Test continuity of circuits and observe installed equipment.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Blueprint reading

Electrical testing

Tool operation

Basic math skills

Education

Construction Electrician Course

Tools

Multi-Voltage Tester

Channel Locks

Nut Drivers

Open End Wrenches

Lug Crimp Tool

Needle Nose Pliers

Hack Saw

Allen Wrenches

Flat Head Screw Drivers

Phillip Head Screw Drivers

Drive Sockets

Level

Crescent Wrenches

Tape Measure

Wire Stripper

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is a leading construction company founded in 1986. It offers a diverse range of services, including capital projects, power services, maintenance, disaster recovery, hydro consulting and commercial construction, with offices across the United States. The company values investment in employee development and a safety culture.

Position Description

Plan the layout, install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus and control equipment according to customer specifications and blueprints by performing the following duties in a safe and timely manner.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan installations to minimize waste, provide future access and avoid unsightly, hazardous and unreliable wiring consistent with code.
• Follow blueprints ensuring that wiring is installed before walls, ceilings or floors are completed.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread and assemble conduit using hacksaw, pipe threader and conduit bender assisted by Electrician Helper.
• Pull wiring through conduit, splices wire by stripping leads of insulation then twisting or soldering wires together and applying tape or terminal caps.
• Connect wiring to lighting, power equipment, switch boxes, relays and breaker panels.
• Connect power cables to electric motors or pumps and installs grounding leads.
• Install control and distribute apparatus, such as switches, relays, and circuit‑breaker panels, fastening in place with screws or bolts, using hand tools and power tools.
• Connect power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and install grounding leads.
• Test continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components, using testing instruments, such as ohmmeter, battery, buzzer and oscilloscope.
• Observe functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Minimum Required Tool List:
  • 1 each Multi‑Voltage Tester
  • 1 each 9” Side Cutters
  • 2 each 440 Channel Locks
  • 1 set 5/16” to ½” Nut Drivers
  • 1 set 3/8” to 3/4" Open End Wrenches
  • 1 each #14 thru #10 Lug Crimp Tool (T&B)
  • 1 each Needle Nose Pliers
  • 1 each Tool Box or Bag w/lock
  • 1 each Hack Saw and Blade
  • 1 set Allen Wrenches
  • 1 set Flat Head Screw Drivers (assorted sizes)
  • 1 each Large Phillip Head Screw Driver
  • 1 each Small Phillip Head Screw Driver
  • 1 set 3/8” to 3/4” Drive Sockets w/ratchet
  • 1 each 9” Level
  • 1 each 8” and 10” Crescent Wrenches
  • 1 pair Leather Gloves
  • 1 each 25’ Tape Measure
  • 1 each Center Punch
  • 1 each Hammer
  • 1 each Working Flash Light
  • 1 each Tri‑Square or Speed Square
  • 1 each Pad and Pencil
  • 1 each Wire Stripper
  • 1 each Diagonal Cutters

Job Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have completed Construction Electrician Course at a technical or trade school with at least 1 year of experience in the field or a minimum of 3 years of experience working as Electrician Helper in the field.
• In some cases, the Electrician may be required to have state or local certifications.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co‑workers and understand direction from supervisor and welder.
• Utilize basic math and calculator, read tape measure and understand operation and usage of volt meter/multimeter.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements.
• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.