Lead
Helix Electric
Lead Journeyman Electrician overseeing crew, installing, maintaining commercial electrical systems.
22 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Cedar Rapids, IA
Field
Company Size
2,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Design‑build
BIM/Engineering
Prefabrication
Renewable Energy EPC
Preconstruction
Construction management
Electrical installations
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy-storage
Utility scale solar
Renewable energy
Buildings
Infrastructure
Transportation
Role
What you would be doing
equipment setup
wiring connection
tool operation
electrical assembly
dimension verification
safety compliance
- Prepares work area for installation of equipment.
- Connects wiring and equipment as per code and job specification.
- Secure and lock up equipment after use.
- Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves always), respirator when required.
- Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
- Sets up and operates tools such as hydraulic benders, power threaders, power pullers and cable vacuum systems.
- Responsible for assembly, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial settings.
- 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).
- Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances per drawings or plans.
- Installs electrical components.
What you bring
journeyman electrician
lead electrician
blueprint reading
building codes
communication skills
physical fitness
- Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow.
- A proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
- Excellent working knowledge of the Building Codes.
- Be able to read blueprints and electrical drawings and install as specified.
- 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.
- Able to work 8-10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime, and night shifts as required.
- State Journeyman Electrician Certification is a requirement in states where required or considered highly desirable in states without this requirement
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must have proven experience as a lead electrician capable of supervising a crew of 2-15
- Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical Plans
- 401(k) Plan with Match
- Dental Plans
- Life Insurance
- Pet insurance
- Hospital Insurance
- Tax Savings Accounts – FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
- Disability Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Vision Plan
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Company
Overview
Founded 1985
Year Established
Key milestone marking the company’s inception.
- Specializes in large-scale electrical installations and high-profile projects.
- Works on diverse projects such as hospitals, data centers, and transportation hubs.
- Recognized for expertise in both commercial and industrial sectors, serving clients across the U.S.
- Known for high standards in safety and quality control.
- Integrates cutting-edge technologies like solar power systems into solutions.
- Provides innovative services tailored to each sector's needs.
- We Treat People Right: We take care of our employees, clients and trade partners and foster a bond with them based on mutual trust.
- We Set Stretch Goals: We challenge each other to set big goals and always celebrate when we reach them.
- We Deliver: We are results driven and pride ourselves on being a company of doers.
- We Are Always Learning: We are continuous learners, strengthened by our diversity, who are helpful and patient when teaching—as we prefer to cultivate our own talent by promoting from within.
- We Are A Rewarding Workplace: We are serious about winning for our clients, vendors and ourselves, and we have fun doing it.
2 GW
Renewable Capacity
Installed over 2 gigawatts of solar capacity, showcasing leadership in renewable energy projects.
Top 20
Solar Contractor Ranking
Ranked among the top 20 solar contractors globally by Solar Power World, reflecting industry recognition and reliability.
- Provides turnkey energy engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services in commercial, industrial, energy-storage and utility-scale solar.
- Focus on value-engineering, prefabrication and product optimization to drive on-site production, improve quality and safety, and keep projects on schedule
- Operates three fabrication facilities enabling consistent, high-quality, predictable performance and reduced onsite waste/rework.
2021 Award
Diversity Recognition
Recognized for exemplary diversity leadership across workforce, supply chain, community, and recruitment/training programs.
$500K Investment
Employee Safety & Education
Annually invested in employee education and safe working conditions in the Nevada office.
- Publicly supports role of women in construction through hiring, training and empowerment initiatives (e.g., Women in Construction Week participation).
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