Electrician Helper

Requisition

Position Summary:

Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Entry

• Learn to interpret drawings, sketches, software, plans and determine the best work procedures, tools, equipment needed to troubleshoot and repair problems
• Assist skilled craftsman to measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit; weld supports; install cable and duct banks; make terminations
• Assist with the installation of control and distribution apparatuses and fasten them in place
• Assist with the test and start‑up of systems and continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components
• Observe functioning of installed equipment or system to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement
• May be required to pull wire through conduit; connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment
• Work with high and low voltage systems
• Assist with the disassembly and repair of defective electrical equipment or systems
• Learn to operate electrical and mechanical hand tools, power, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical tools

• Must possess knowledge, skills and abilities for the position
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools

• The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
• Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions
• Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required
• May be required to use ladders, mechanical platforms, manlifts, scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment
• May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site
• Must have required tools
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required
• Ability to pass pre‑access drug and alcohol testing, fit for duty medical and background check

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination, and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.