Electrical Helper/Apprentice

Summary

The certified Electrical Trainee is responsible for assisting Journeymen by performing duties including assisting to install electrical systems, services, and equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, industry standards, and as directed by the Journeyman, Foreman, or Superintendent. They will assist in installing and providing for the safe condition and operation of all electrical fixtures and systems. They will adhere to established work timelines to meet the construction schedule for the project.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and wiring
• Basic knowledge of electrical codes
• Ability to assist in reading blueprints, schematics, and written reference material
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to learn and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Ability to use hand and power tools

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Assist Journeyman to install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
• Assist Journeyman to install and repair control and distribution apparatus, including motors, relays, switches, thermostats, circuit-breaker panels, etc.
• Assist Journeyman to install and connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit, and electrical apparatus for machines and equipment in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics, or blueprints.
• Assist Journeyman to diagnose and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments and equipment.
• Assist Journeyman to test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments.
• Assist Journeyman to measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
• Receive and assist in completing work orders.
• Select material and hardware necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Accurately report material and labor used to complete projects.
• Responsibly maintain company-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Assist Journeyman to inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Demonstrates understanding and enthusiastic agreement with the vision and mission of EIG, LLC.
• Effective participation in team environment, building principals, General Contractor, and supervisors.
• Follows and enforces the standards of safety (IFE), and exemplary quality of work set forth by EIG, LLC.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
• A strong desire to learn and grow working under the supervision of the Journeyman, Foreman, and Superintendent.
• Pass a background check, including drug test.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Working Conditions

• Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying.
• Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Exposure to temperatures and varying inside conditions.
• Some travel possible.

Pay based on experience and capabilities.
EIG offers employees medical/dental/vision/life insurance, Paid Care Leave, and a 401(k) match.

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