Beech Island - 3682 - Electrician - Helper 3

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world.

About the role

Assist journeyman in the planning, lay-out, installation, testing and repair of wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, equipment and control systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Learn to use appropriate hand (e.g., drill, screwdriver) and power tools (e.g., pipe threader, conduit bender) to properly assist electrician in performing duties, including but not limited to:
  • Measuring, cutting, and bending wire and conduit
  • Drilling holes for wiring
  • Pulling wiring through openings
  • Assisting in lifting, positioning, and fastening objects such as wiring, conduit, and motors
• Perform minor repairs, such as replacing fuses, light sockets, bulbs, and switches
• Maintain tools and equipment, keep supplies and parts in order, and disassemble, repair, and reassemble defective electrical equipment, such as motors
• Load, transport, unload, and furnish electrician with materials, tools, equipment, and supplies
• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary
• Help install all other related items in accordance with applicable plans and specifications; perform other routine duties as directed by experienced craft worker
• Participate in all safety-related processes and programs, including:
  • Engaging with your work team to achieve zero injuries
  • Understanding that no job is so important that safety will be compromised
  • Watching for hazards and reporting concerns to supervisor or safety professional
  • Using stop-work authority until safety issues are resolved
  • Reporting all accidents and near misses to supervisor and participating in investigations
  • Participating in pre-job work planning and safety discussions
  • Identifying and mitigating safety hazards
  • Understanding and responding to safety hazards and warning devices (e.g., back-up alarms, smell of smoke, warning tags, sirens)
  • Following lockout/tagout procedures
  • Attending site-specific training and following outlined procedures
  • Following established safety rules and maintaining a safe, clean work environment
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills
• Perform basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers and fractions accurately
• Listen to co-workers' suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations, providing feedback and asking questions as appropriate
• Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job
• Actively participate in on-the-job training and mentoring opportunities
• Produce quality work meeting requirements of plans, specifications, and industry standards
• Learn to read and understand plans and specifications, including:
  • One-line diagrams
  • Cable and conduit schedules
  • Ladder diagrams
  • P&IDs and loop diagrams
• Visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions
• Assist journeyman in planning, lay-out, diagramming, installing, and/or repairing wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment; learn to perform layout independently
• Observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement; notify supervision of hazards and use safety stop-work authority as needed
• Inspect field conditions, identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost-saving measures; take corrective actions and report issues to supervision
• If certified to operate equipment, ensure construction equipment is correctly operated, maintained, and in good working order; complete Daily Equipment Inspections
• Comply with Company Code of Conduct and jobsite policies

Requirements

• 6001-8000 hours (3+ years) of experience working as an electrician or similar craft as a helper, or a combination of work experience and training
• Developing knowledge in the fabrication, installation, or maintenance of electrical wiring, conduit, systems, equipment, and fixtures
• Ability to test electrical systems with appropriate tools
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• If applicable, must have all necessary licenses for the jurisdiction in which the work is to be performed
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Must possess all necessary tools (see Electrician helper tool list)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include:
  • Criminal/civil background check
  • Drug screen
  • Motor vehicle records search

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCER Construction Craft Laborer certification
• NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program

Certifications

• NCCER Construction Craft Laborer
• NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, and move in and around confined and cluttered places and uneven areas
• See and hear naturally or with correction
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with job duties
• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls according to procedure
• Repetitive movement
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds
• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions
• Work in cramped spaces and awkward positions
• Work in very hot (above 90°F) or very cold (below 32°F) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather (dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.)
• Work in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions
• Exposure to distracting or uncomfortable sounds and noise levels
• Work around hazardous equipment
• This position is considered safety-sensitive

Benefits

Black & Veatch offers professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on geographic region and employment status, including:

• Health, life, accident, and disability insurances
• Paid time off
• Financial programs
• Eligibility for a performance-based bonus program

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.