Electrician

About the role

Helix Electric, Inc. is one of the most successful open-shop electrical contracting companies in the nation. The successful electrician will be part of a production-driven team performing electrical installations and troubleshooting across a wide range of projects, including design/build services, industrial, commercial, mixed-use/multi-family developments, government, institutional, communications, and utilities projects.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, and test electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial settings.
• Prepare work areas for installation of equipment.
• Install electrical components and connect wiring and equipment according to code and job specifications.
• Operate equipment only if trained and certified (e.g., powder-actuated tools, JLG lifts, hydraulic benders, power threaders, power pullers, and cable vacuum systems).
• 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.

Requirements

• State Journeyman Electrician Certification is required in states where mandated; 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

• Work in all weather conditions depending on job location and season (heat, cold, rain, snow).
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves always); respirator when required.
• Ability to work 8–10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, with overtime and night shifts as required.
• Perform essential functions including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching.
• Routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds; push and pull objects.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Physical work constitutes more than 70% of the job.

Benefits

• Full-time stable career opportunity.
• Competitive wages.
• 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance with vision options available.
• 100% employer-paid life and AD&D coverage with buy-up options.
• Rich 401(k) employer match with aggressive vesting schedule.
• Vacation, sick pay, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Additional voluntary benefits.