Electrical Assistant - Farmington, NM

About Us

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country. Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so. We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce. Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!

Position Overview

The general role of an Electrical Assistant - Electrical is to work with Journeyman Electricians and Electrical Foreman to install, maintain, and repair various electrical components within customer locations.

This individual will work with both low and medium voltage electrical applications, and learn to work in a wide array of industries including Construction, Manufacturing, Power Plants, Commercial, Aggregate, Oil and Gas, Coal, Wind and Solar Energy, etc. This position must be flexible and willing to travel with overnight stays and work extended hours as needed.

The Electrical Assistant will report to the Department Manager - Electrical and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

What You'll Do

• Assist Electricians and Electrical Foreman with installing and maintaining electrical and power systems
• Install electrical components such as lighting, electrical outlets, circuit breakers, etc.
• Excavate underground trenches.
• Run a variety of styles and sizes of conduit and cable trays to electrical devices
• Pull wire to termination boxes, panels, and other controllers
• Load and unload tools, materials, equipment, etc.
• Drive ground rods and install grounding grids
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and electrical equipment pertinent to the electrical trade
• Assist with paperwork and documentation for accurate record-keeping
• Learn to read electrical code, manuals, wiring and circuitry diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and other electrical specifications
• Learn to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues, systems, and components

What You'll Bring

• 0-2 years of electrical experience or equivalent/relevant education preferred
• Valid Driver's License required
• Ability to identify and utilize hand and power tools typically utilized in the electrical trade
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately
• Ability to take accurate measurements
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well with others and act in a respectful manner towards co-workers and customers
• Competent with email and text messaging

Working Conditions

• Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb ladders and stairs; crawl; kneel
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds unassisted.
• Must be safety and customer-focused, without exception

How We'll Support You

Perks/Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits

• Health/Life insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Short/Long term disability

• Paid time off and holidays

• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work

• Employee focused work environment

• On-the-job mentoring and training

• Internal job postings

• Performance and salary reviews

• Employee feedback program

• Advancement through defined employee career paths

• Safety-first and drug free work environments

• Bonuses and incentives for working safely

• Company provided tools and basic safety equipment

• PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors

• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays

• Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals

• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company's Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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