Job Description Summary:The electrician helper is responsible for the electrical installation in commercial and residential projects, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Able to read and interpret documents and blueprints.
Assemble, install and test, electrical wiring and equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for and to ensure compliance with codes.
Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps.
Install ground leads and connect power cabling.
Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and ordering supplies and equipment.
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Work from ladders and scaffolds to install or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications.
Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects.
Practices safe work habits and maintains good job housekeeping.
Follows company and OSHA safety procedures.
Promotes teamwork that increases productivity and efficiency.
Able to push, pull and lift up to 75lbs.
All other duties that may be assigned.Work Performance: Follow directions. Practices good customer relations and has good communication skills. Work quality meets or exceeds the company's standards. Continually strives to improve skills. Maintains a good attendance record throughout the year.Experience & Qualifications:
Understanding of electrical codes.
High School graduate or equivalent.
Minimum 1-2years experience as an electrician in commercial construction, willing to train the right candidate
Valid driver's license.
