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.
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
High school diploma or GED preferred
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Clean driving record
Ability to pass a background check
Bilingual () 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
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 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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