Electrician

About the job

Position: Electrician On-site Full-time

United Electrical Solutions is searching for apprentice electricians with 2-4 years of experience (preferably commercial) with basic knowledge of electrical systems and efficient in pipe bending, MC, overhead and wall rough skills.

We are also searching for electricians with 5-10 years of experience in commercial ground-up projects. The candidate should have well rounded skills in pipe bending, circuitry, gear room layout, underground, and exposure to plan reviews.

These positions are for ground-up commercial construction as well as industrial electrical and motor controls. The work we complete at UES is fast paced and constantly changing. Our current work is located within a 60-mile radius of our offices in Land O’ Lakes, FL.

Candidates must be self-motivated and can take direction well. The ideal candidate must also have a clean driving record, and a valid state issued driver’s license. The remaining requirements are a clean appearance, must be fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking), reliable transportation, basic hand tools, work a stead Monday – Friday schedule with 8-hour days. We request a willingness to travel up to 25% as well as the ability to come to our offices as needed. Please see below for the job duties and required skills.

There are great opportunities for advancement based on the individual’s ability to learn, be part of a team, show leadership, and is motivated.

Additional list of job duties and required skills:

·       Accurately install conduit, wire, pre-fab assemblies, panel boards, light fixtures, devices, and other equipment per layout by the Supervisor or designated person.

·       Minimize waste of materials

·       Assure quality of the installation by installing correctly the first time

·       Follow diagrams and blueprints to ensure that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring are installed.

·       Measure, cut, thread, ream, assemble, and install conduit, using such tools as hacksaw, band saw, pipe threader and conduit bender(s).

·       Pulling wire; splice wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads with knife or other means, twisting wires together, and applying terminal connectors and or tape.

·       Connect wiring to light fixtures, power equipment, motors, devices, and other electrical apparatus, using hand tools and power tools.

·       Test continuity of circuits, circuit wiring to ensure compatibility and safety of components using test instruments.

·       Observe functions of installed equipment or system to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.

·       May repair faulty equipment or systems

·       Monitor safety per United Electrical Solutions & OSHA safety requirements

·       Demonstrate knowledge of all tools and equipment.

·       Demonstrate efficient knowledge of trade.

·       Coordinate installation with other trades.

·       Responsible for getting materials and proper tools together to complete assigned task.

·       Assist Supervisor or designated person to trouble- shoot electrical branch circuits and feeders

Required Skills:

·       Positively identify colors of wire and other items as required.

·       Comprehend reading of blueprints drawings, and schematics same

·       Read and interpret maps, instructional manuals, work site directions, and written instructions.

·       Bend conduit by hand with hand benders.

·       Must have the ability to use safely the required power tools.

·       Must be able to safely operate equipment (trenchers, lift trucks, aerial lifts, etc.).

·       Operate and work from mechanical personal lifts (electric or gas powered).

·       Capable of digging trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment.

·       Comprehend and practice safe work procedures as outlined in our Company Safety Handbook.

·       Operate two handed tools as required.

·       Assist Supervisor or designated person with energized circuits and equipment as outlined in the Company Safety Policy Manual.

·       Effectively supervise electrical helpers to complete tasks assigned by a Supervisor safely and accurately.

Physical Functions:

·       Must hear and see well (either natural or with correction).

·       Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach overhead.

·       Able to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

·       Tolerant to prolonged standing and movement on foot.

·       Climb ladders (all types).

·       Complete overhead work for extended periods of time.

·       Responsible for securing tools and materials from storage areas to complete assigned tasks.

·       Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.

About the company

United Electrical Solutions is part of Industry Motion along with its sister company, United Conveyor Service, and all are family owned. Although neither has been around long, they both incorporate some of the most talented individuals in the trades. United Conveyor Service came first and was started by Ryan Valenti in 2019. Ryan had a vision for him, his family, and his friends to become successful in these industries. Through hard work, knowledge, and making the right connections, Ryan has grown both companies into what they are today. Currently, UCS is the preferred service provider for one of the largest parcel shippers in the world in the state of Florida and performs conveyor services for another global shipper in SW FL. UES is performing above and beyond for our current customers and is currently performing on multiple projects in the greater Tampa area.

Culture within starts at the top and has become an overwhelming surge of improving oneself along with their team and company. We all strive for success and that is what pushes us to self-improve and make our teams better. Once the team is better, the company performs better. This provides us with the right culture and ultimately gives our customers a better-quality product.

What we offer

Benefits to the employee such as health, dental, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and a retirement plan.

We offer a competitive wage along with boot allowance, an annual performance-based raise and bonus program, vacation pay, and a culture that goes above and beyond most imaginations. 

Contact Ryan Beasley at 813-732-0382 Monday-Sunday, 8:00am - 5:00pm