Spotter

Helix Electric; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Helix Electric is seeking a dependable Laborer in Cedar Rapids, IA to support safe, efficient jobsite operations. The role focuses on acting as a dedicated spotter, monitoring hazards, and guiding the safe movement of equipment and personnel within active work zones.

Candidate will work a production-driven schedule, wear PPE, and follow project safety plans. OSHA 10 as a baseline; willingness to obtain OSHA 30 is preferred. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• OSHA 10 required or ability to obtain; OSHA 30 preferred.
• Experience on construction sites and with safety protocols.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as dedicated spotter with clear communication.
• Monitor work areas for hazards and access controls.
• Guide safe movement of equipment and personnel in zones.
• Maintain visual contact with operators during activities.
• Assist with barricades, warning zones and traffic control.
• Support ladder safety and MEWP-related tasks.
• Follow safety plans and required trainings.
• Wear PPE at all times and promote safe practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on September 20, 2026

Locations

• Iowa - Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA
• Field Craft
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: LABOR007874

Description

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.

Helix Electric has a need for a dependable Laborer to support safe, efficient jobsite operations. The successful candidate will be part of a production-driven team and will help protect crews, equipment, and surrounding work areas by maintaining awareness of changing jobsite conditions and supporting safe movement of personnel and equipment.

DUTIES & SCOPE:

• Serve as a dedicated spotter for work activities requiring continuous visual monitoring and clear communication
• Monitor active work areas for hazards, unauthorized access, and unsafe conditions
• Help guide the safe movement and positioning of equipment, materials, and personnel in active work zones
• Maintain visual contact with operators and nearby personnel during controlled work activities
• Assist with barricades, warning zones, restricted-access areas, and traffic-control measures
• Support ladder safety and work involving MEWPs by helping identify hazards and maintain clearances
• Communicate immediately when work must pause, stop, or be adjusted for safety reasons
• Follow project safety plans, job hazard analyses, site-specific requirements, and required trainings
• Wear required PPE at all times and promote safe work practices on site
• Perform other work as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior construction, industrial, warehouse, logistics, or jobsite support experience preferred
• Prior experience working around moving equipment, elevated work, or active construction operations preferred
• OSHA 10 required or ability to obtain as a condition of employment; OSHA 30 preferred where project-required
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures, hand signals, verbal directions, barricade requirements, and work-zone controls
• Site-specific spotter, flagger, MEWP, or client-mandated safety training may be required depending on project scope
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves always), respirator when required.
• Able to work 8-10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime, and night shifts as required.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, able to routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds and pushing and pulling of objects is required.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
• Tax Savings Accounts – FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarships

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