Residential Electrical Helper

General Job Description

We are actively hiring Electrical Helpers for our team in Laredo, TX and are looking for dependable individuals who are ready to start quickly.

This is a great opportunity to learn the electrical trade, gain hands-on field experience, and grow your career in the electrical industry. You’ll work alongside experienced electricians while helping complete residential electrical installations and supporting the field crew.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

As An Electrical Helper, You Will

• Assist in house rough-in work, including measuring, cutting, and pulling wire
• Install trim components such as plugs, lights, fixtures, and switches
• Carry materials and tools to support the leadman and crew
• Clean and maintain the work area and equipment
• Maintain a professional working relationship with the leadman and team members
• Communicate progress, issues, and solutions to management when needed
• Follow company safety policies and promptly report hazards
• Take direction effectively and contribute to a productive team environment
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education

None

Minimum Years Of Experience

0-2

Specific Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Preferred: Electrical experience and knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Preferred: Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical layouts
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Physical Requirements

This role is physically active and requires the ability to:

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and climb throughout the workday
• Lift, carry, and move materials and tools up to 50 pounds
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Work at heights using ladders and lifts on multi-story residential construction sites
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing job duties
• Maintain consistent attendance and stamina for full work shifts

Work Environment

• Work is performed on active residential construction sites
• Exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions, including heat, humidity, dust, and noise
• Job sites may involve unfinished structures, ladders, and uneven terrain
• Safety procedures and PPE are required at all times

License Required

Yes

Job Locations

US-TX-Laredo

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.

NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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