Journeyman Electrician

About the role

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 State Certified Journeyman Electrician. The successful electrician will be part of a production driven team, performing electrical installations and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial settings.
• Prepare work area for installation of equipment.
• Install electrical components.
• Connect wiring and equipment as per code and job specification.
• Operate equipment only if trained and certified to operate (including powder activated tools, JLG lifts and other operations that may require certification and training before operating).
• Set up and operate tools such as 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 (required in states where required, considered highly desirable in states without this requirement).
• Proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
• Excellent working knowledge of the Building Codes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in all elements (heat, cold, rain, snow) depending on job location and time of year.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves always; respirator when required).
• Ability to perform essential functions including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds, and push/pull objects.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Physical work comprises more than 70% of the job.