Helix Electric is hiring: Electrician in Sterling
Helix Electric, Sterling, VA, United States, 22170
Overview
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. We are looking for a dynamic State Certified Journeyman Electrician. The successful electrician will be part of a production driven team, performing electrical installations and troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial settings.
- Prepares work area for installation of equipment.
- Installs electrical components.
- Connects wiring and equipment as per code and job specification.
- Operates equipment only if trained and certified to operate. (Note: Powder activated tools, and JLG lifts and other operations that may require certification and training before operating).
- Sets up and operates tools such as hydraulic benders, power threaders, power pullers and cable vacuum systems.
- Reads blueprints and electrical drawings and installs as specified.
- Verifies dimensions, alignments and clearances per drawings or plans.
- Secures and locks up equipment after use.
- State Journeyman Electrician Certification is required where mandated by state law (or 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.
Qualifications
- State Journeyman Electrician Certification (required where mandated by state law; highly desirable where not required).
- Ability to read blueprints and electrical drawings and install as specified.
- Excellent working knowledge of Building Codes.
- Proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Physical Demands
- Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow.
- Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves always), respirator when required.
- Able to work 8-10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime, and night shifts as required.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, able to routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds and pushing and pulling of objects is required.
- Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
- Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
Compensation and Benefits
The starting hourly base pay for this role is between USD $30 - $40 per hour. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Medical Plans
- Dental Plans
- Vision Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Insurance
- Pet insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Match
- Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
- Tax Savings Accounts – FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Scholarships
Job Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Management and Manufacturing
- Industries: Construction