Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Helper supports the Shop Technician and Manufacturing Team in the assembly, installation, and wiring of modular electrical systems including eHouses and Switchracks. This entry-level role involves assisting with material handling, basic installation tasks, tool preparation, and maintaining a clean and safe working environment. The Helper works as part of a team to ensure high-quality assembly, following direction from the Shop Technician and Manufacturing Lead.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly Support

- Assist Shop Technicians in installing cable trays, panels, conduit, and equipment.

- Help pull cables, strip wires, and prepare materials for terminations.

- Deliver tools, materials, and hardware to technicians as needed.

Material Handling & Staging

- Organize and move materials and components to appropriate workstations.

- Support inventory checks and verification against BOMs.

- Assist with unpacking, labeling, and preparing materials for installation.

Shop Maintenance & Safety

- Keep work areas clean, organized, and free from hazards.

- Assist with equipment setup and teardown at the start and end of shifts.

- Follow all safety guidelines and wear appropriate PPE.

Team Collaboration

- Take direction from Shop Technicians and the Manufacturing Lead.

- Participate in team briefings and help execute daily production goals.

- Ask questions to ensure work is completed correctly and safely.

Required Qualifications

- High school diploma or GED.

- Ability to use basic hand tools and follow verbal instructions.

- Willingness to learn and grow within the electrical manufacturing field.

- Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in a shop environment.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous experience in a construction, warehouse, or electrical shop environment.

- Familiarity with modular construction or electrical systems.

- Basic understanding of safety procedures and use of PPE.

Work Conditions

- Full-time position in a manufacturing/shop environment.

- May require bending, lifting, and physical labor throughout the shift.

- Occasional overtime or weekend work depending on project schedules.

Administrative Task

- Track and register project hours each week using Deltek and/or D-Tools as part of the project timesheet process.