Helper Electrician 1

Zachry Group; Gregory (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group in Texas is seeking Industrial Electrical Helpers to assist in installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical wiring, conduit, equipment, and fixtures on industrial projects.

Candidates must have Texas Electrical Apprentice License and at least 2 years in the role, be able to follow safety rules, and carry required tools and transportation; the job involves working at heights and with various PPE.

Qualifications

• Must have Texas Electrical Apprentice License.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Industrial Electrical Helper.
• Basic knowledge of electrical construction processes.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must be able to work at heights in excess of 300 ft.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Identify all tools required for tasks.
• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.
• Assist in the cutting, bending and running of the conduit as specified on blueprints.
• Assist in the installation, modification, and fabrication of cable tray as necessary according to specifications.
• Assist in pulling the cable through specified pathways.
• Assist in the assembly and installation of electrical equipment.
• Assist in terminating wires and cables to electrical equipment such as but not limited to breakers, control panels, and distribution systems.
• Assist in the testing of electrical components for continuity and proper voltage readings according to specifications.
• Assist in the inspection of electrical equipment and components to identify hazards and to ensure the equipment is in good operational condition.
• Assist in the setup and maintenance of temporary power systems.
• Assist in the installation of and maintenance of the grounding systems for all equipment and structures.
• Assist in the hoisting of equipment and tools into a location via bull rigging or crane.

Skills

Electrical apprentice license

Electrical helper experience

Electrical construction knowledge

Safety regulations

Height work capability

Job description

Position Summary

Industrial Electrical Helpers will assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical wiring, conduit, equipment, and fixtures.

Job Description

Industrial Electrical Helpers will assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical wiring, conduit, equipment, and fixtures.

Qualification Highlights

• 2 plus years of experience as an Electrical Helper/Apprentice
• Must possess State of Texas Electrical Apprentice License
• 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 in excess of 300 ft.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Position Responsibilities

• Identify all tools required for tasks.
• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.
• Assist in the cutting, bending and running of the conduit as specified on blueprints.
• Assist in the installation, modification, and fabrication of cable tray as necessary according to specifications.
• Assist in pulling the cable through specified pathways.
• Assist in the assembly and installation of electrical equipment.
• Assist in terminating wires and cables to electrical equipment such as but not limited to breakers, control panels, and distribution systems.
• Assist in the testing of electrical components for continuity and proper voltage readings according to specifications.
• Assist in the inspection of electrical equipment and components to identify hazards and to ensure the equipment is in good operational condition.
• Assist in the setup and maintenance of temporary power systems.
• Assist in the installation of and maintenance of the grounding systems for all equipment and structures.
• Assist in the hoisting of equipment and tools into a location via bull rigging or crane.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must have Electrical Apprentice License.
• Must have at least 2+ years of experience as an Industrial Electrical Helper.
• Must have basic knowledge of electrical construction processes.
• Must be able to follow instructions correctly.
• 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.
• Previous experience working as an electrical helper.
• Previous experience on an industrial constructions site.
• Previous experience working as an electrical helper on an industrial construction site.
• Formal/technical education.

Reporting to

This position does not have any direct reports.

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting 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 pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

Required Tools: list to be provided

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work enviroTXent and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.