Electrical Helper

NOW HIRING Electrical Apprentices ($16-$17/hr)

Job Description
The Electrical Helper supports licensed electricians on commercial projects by assisting with electrical installations, organizing and maintaining tools and materials, and performing basic construction tasks under supervision. This role focuses on helping run conduit, pulling wire and cable, and supporting the installation of electrical components while learning safe and professional trade practices on active job sites.
Responsibilities

• Assist licensed electricians with commercial electrical installations on a variety of projects.
• Organize, load, and maintain tools, equipment, and materials to keep the jobsite clean and efficient.
• Help run conduit, including EMT, PVC, and rigid conduit, under the supervision of a licensed electrician.
• Assist with pulling wire and cable through conduit in accordance with project specifications.
• Support the installation of electrical boxes, lighting fixtures, outlets, switches, and related components.
• Help with grounding and bonding tasks to ensure safe and compliant electrical systems.
• Perform basic measuring, cutting, drilling, and fastening using hand and power tools.
• Read and use a tape measure accurately to support precise layout and installation work.
• Operate a hand drill safely and effectively for drilling and fastening tasks.
• Follow directions from supervisors and electricians while maintaining a strong focus on safety.
• Travel reliably to various commercial jobsites, primarily within the Cedar Rapids / Iowa City area, using personal transportation.
• Participate in occasional carpooling or riding in a company vehicle for projects outside the primary work area, as arranged.
• Support conduit bending and installation activities as needed.
• Assist with troubleshooting support tasks under guidance, such as checking basic connections or helping trace circuits.
• Review and follow basic layout information and instructions derived from blueprints as directed by the supervising electrician.

Essential Skills

• Experience and comfort using a hand drill for construction or electrical tasks.
• Proficiency in reading and using a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to assist with running conduit (EMT, PVC, rigid) under supervision.
• Ability to help pull wire and cable through conduit safely and efficiently.
• Basic capability to assist with electrical wiring and installation tasks under direction.
• Reliable self-transportation to drive to and from jobsites each workday.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform basic measuring, cutting, drilling, and fastening tasks.
• Willingness and physical ability to work on active commercial construction sites.
• Dependability and punctuality for a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with conduit bending and conduit installation is beneficial.
• Exposure to electrical wiring, lighting installation, and pulling wire is helpful.
• Comfort working with basic blueprints or layout information under supervision.
• Interest in learning the electrical trade and developing long-term skills in commercial construction.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team of electricians and other trades on busy job sites.

Why Work Here?
You join an organization that invests in its people through strong benefits, ownership opportunities, and a balanced schedule. Team members receive a clothing allowance, a 401(k) with company match, and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing a secondary retirement fund in addition to the 401(k). Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage is available, along with supplemental insurance options such as short-term disability and life insurance, plus a health savings account and disability insurance. You benefit from paid time off, six paid holidays, relocation assistance, and a referral program. The standard Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with optional overtime, reflects a strong commitment to work-life balance and avoids pushing excessive overtime.
Work Environment
The work environment centers on commercial construction projects, with current and upcoming work at schools, county facilities, retail locations, storage buildings, apartment buildings, and healthcare-related sites in various regional communities. Standard hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional optional overtime offered, including some Saturdays, but with a clear emphasis on maintaining work-life balance rather than maximizing overtime. Most work, approximately 98%, is within the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area, and team members typically drive their own vehicles to jobsites in town. For projects outside this area, carpooling or riding in a company vehicle may be arranged. The role involves working on active construction sites, assisting with conduit, wiring, lighting, and general electrical installation tasks using hand tools and power tools such as drills. The dress code requires jeans with no holes, a professional T-shirt, and work boots with at least a 6-inch ankle and steel or composite toe. Cutoff shirts and shorts are not allowed. All necessary personal protective equipment, including high-visibility vests, hard hats, safety glasses, and gloves, is provided. The environment supports safety, professionalism, and steady, daytime work on a variety of commercial projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $18.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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