Electrician Helper/Laborer

Job Summary

Electrician helpers/labor assist senior electricians and journeymen with basic electrical systems installation. They perform the more routine tasks of the electrical trade, taking direction from – and under the supervision of – the senior electrician. An electrician helper/labor typical duties and responsibilities include the following:

· Observe and Assist Electrician: Electrician helpers take instruction from senior electricians, who rely on electrician helpers to complete electrical projects. Journeyman and master electricians will give electrician helpers written or verbal instructions, which the electrician helper follows as directed.

· Maintain Tools and Inventory: Journeyman and master electricians have a wide variety of tools and equipment, and electrician helpers ensure that all necessary tools are on site and readily available during the project. Electrician helpers keep electrical parts and materials organized and will transport tools and materials to the electrician as needed.

· Prepare and Clean Work Site: Before a project begins, electrician helpers assist with cleaning and preparing the workspace for the electrician. After the project, electrician helpers clean and tidy the work area, removing unused materials, dust, and dirt as needed.

· Complete Electrical Installations: Electrician helpers work closely with their supervising electrician to perform routine electrical work. They install electrical equipment, systems, and controls, including electrical wiring, circuit breakers, and lighting fixtures.

· Follow Safety Protocols: Given the dangers inherent in the electrical trade, electrician helpers follow all relevant safety codes and guidelines while assisting with the installation and servicing of electrical equipment. They wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment and adhere to job-specific safety protocols at all times.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Good verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.

· Ability to work in a variety of roles.

• Must provide: Hard Hat with a strap, construction vest, safety glasses, working boots, and ear plugs.

Education and Experience:

· Previous experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises.

· Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.

· Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.

· Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

· Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours per day and climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing between 40 and 60 pounds.

· Must be able to work some Saturdays/Sundays and at night, when needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Holidays
• Overtime

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person