Unlicensed Electrician

Helix Electric; Iowa; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Vision Plan

401(k) Plan with Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Helix Electric is seeking a dynamic Electrician to join a production-driven team, performing electrical installations and troubleshooting in commercial settings. The role requires reading blueprints, wiring components, and ensuring work aligns with building codes and safety standards.

The position involves 8–10 hour shifts, potential overtime, and requires strong communication skills for teamwork. Location is on-site across project sites, with comprehensive benefits and long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration.
• Knowledge of Building Codes and safety practices.
• Journeyman Electrician certification is required where applicable or highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain and test electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial settings.
• Prepare work areas and install equipment per plans and codes.
• Read and follow blueprints; verify dimensions and clearances.
• Operate tools and equipment only when properly trained and certified.
• Maintain safety protocols and PPE usage; work 8–10 hours daily with potential overtime.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Code compliance knowledge

Tools

Powder activated tools

JLG lifts

Job description

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Unlicensed Electrician

• Posted on April 3, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Field Craft
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: UNLIC007352

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 need for a dynamic Electrician. The successful electrician will be part of a production driven team, performing electrical installations and troubleshooting.

DUTIES & SCOPE:

• Responsible for assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial settings.
• Prepares work area for installation of equipment.
• Installs electrical components.
• Connects wiring and equipment as per code and job specification.
• Operates equipment only if trained and certified to operate. (Note: Powder activated tools, and JLG lifts and other operations that may require certification and training before operating).
• Sets up and operates tools such as hydraulic benders, power threaders, power pullers and cable vacuum systems.
• Be able to read blueprints and electrical drawings and install as specified.
• Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances per drawings or plans.
• Secure and lock up equipment after use.
• State Journeyman Electrician Certification is a requirement in states where required or considered highly desirable in states without this requirement
• A proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
• Excellent working knowledge of the Building Codes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & REQUIREMENTS:

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

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