Licensed Medium Voltage Electrician – Mission Critical Data Center Project

Helix Electric is hiring experienced Medium Voltage (MV) Electricians to support a large-scale mission critical data center build. This position focuses on installation, termination, testing, and commissioning of 5kV–35kV electrical systems across a high‑availability campus.

Helix Electric, Inc. is one of the most successful open‑shop electrical contracting companies in the nation. With expertise across design/build services, industrial, commercial, mixed‑use/multi‑family developments, government, institutional, communications, and utilities projects, we bring world‑class technical expertise and strong credibility with general contractors, utilities, and power users.

• Install, splice, and terminate shielded MV cable (5kV–35kV)
• Perform stress cones, load‑break elbows, cold‑shrink/heat‑shrink terminations
• Install and work on medium voltage switch gear (ABB, Eaton, Siemens, Schneider)
• Assist with padmount transformers, utility tie‑ins, and primary distribution
• Execute switching orders, LOTO, and follow site safety protocols
• Perform megger, phasing, and hi‑pot/VLF testing (with supervision or NETA team)
• Interpret one‑line diagrams and wiring schematics
• Work closely with commissioning teams during energization

• 4+ years as an industrial or MV electrician
• Experience with 5kV–35kV cable systems
• Strong knowledge of arc‑flash PPE and MV safety practices
• Ability to read technical drawings, one‑lines, and switching procedures
• Must pass background and site badging requirements
• Must have OSHA 10/30

• Iowa Journeyman Electrical license
• 3M, Prysmian, or Hendrix termination training
• Prior data center or substation experience
• Exposure to NETA testing environments

• Multi‑year project with strong OT potential
• Cutting‑edge mission critical environment
• Best‑in‑class safety program
• Consistent workflow and opportunities for advancement
• Collaborative field leadership and strong jobsite logistics

• A full‑time stable career opportunity offering competitive wages
• 100% employer‑paid medical & dental with vision options available
• Life and AD&D coverage 100% employer‑paid with buy‑up options
• Rich 401(k) employer match with aggressive vesting schedule
• Vacation, sick pay & paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional voluntary benefits