What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Wireman (CW) Racine position at Staff Electric Co. Inc.?
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The Minimum Qualifications
AGE
Minimum of 18 years of age.
PHYSICAL CONDITION
Must be physically capable of performing the work of the trade with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants who reach employable status must successfully pass a drug screen test before placement in the field.
DRIVER’S LICENSE
Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION
You must have reliable transportation to get to the construction site and from job-to-job.
OSHA 10 SAFETY
The OSHA 10 Safety Training for the Construction Industry certification is desired for all workers.
If you wish, you may complete this training online at: www.careersafeonline.com. Be sure to complete “OSHA-10 Hour for Construction Industry.” There is a $59.00 online fee.
Additional Information Regarding The Program
Work – A CW is required to work for an electrical contractor on various construction projects.
Cost – Each worker will have to purchase their own hand tools (list will be provided).
Each worker will join the Racine Local Union - International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) #430. There is a one-time initiation fee and quarterly dues you will be required to pay AFTER you are hired.
Each worker will be required to apply for a Registered Electrician License. You will apply for this license AFTER you are hired with a contractor. The cost for this license is $35.00.
License – WI State Law requires that anyone who performs electrical wiring must have a State of WI Electrical License. As a CW you will be required to obtain and keep current a State of WI Electrical License. The License type designated for CW’s is the Registered Electrician License. The initial fee for the License is $35. The License will also be required to be renewed annually based on original issue date
License (Continued)
The renewal requirements are as follows:
EXAMPLES OF TYPES OF PROJECTS WORKED ON
COMMERCIAL - Office Buildings, Hospitals, Schools and Shopping Centers
INDUSTRIAL - Small Machine Shops, AC/Delco, Briggs & Stratton, and Rexnord
EXAMPLES OF TASKS PERFORMED BY CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIANS
Bending conduit/pulling of wire and cable/lighting fixture installation/digging a trench for cable or conduit/installing Romex or B.X./wiring & setting of service switch gear/mounting and wiring transformers/reading blueprints
EXAMPLES OF FACTORS THAT CAN EFFECT JOB CONDITIONS
Stage of construction- open walls, no windows, unsealed roof
Weather – heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, dampness
Cleanliness – mud, dust, debris, water
Noise – tools, equipment, mfg. Lines
Heavy Lifting – large conduit, large cable, cartons of material
ABOVE THE GROUND
In the electrical construction trade, the majority of work is done above the ground. This work is performed using ladders, scaffolding and power lifts. If you have a fear of heights, the construction electrician program is not for you.
COUNTY WORK AREA
When placed with a contractor, you can expect to consistently work anywhere in the Racine county area.
Wages And Benefits For Cw Union Members
CW classification and wages are based on proven on the job experience.
There are also additional benefits included in the wage package:
Vacation and Holiday, Health and Welfare, Local Pension, NEBF Pension
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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The Minimum Qualifications
AGE
Minimum of 18 years of age.
PHYSICAL CONDITION
Must be physically capable of performing the work of the trade with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants who reach employable status must successfully pass a drug screen test before placement in the field.
DRIVER’S LICENSE
Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION
You must have reliable transportation to get to the construction site and from job-to-job.
OSHA 10 SAFETY
The OSHA 10 Safety Training for the Construction Industry certification is desired for all workers.
If you wish, you may complete this training online at: www.careersafeonline.com. Be sure to complete “OSHA-10 Hour for Construction Industry.” There is a $59.00 online fee.
Additional Information Regarding The Program
Work – A CW is required to work for an electrical contractor on various construction projects.
Cost – Each worker will have to purchase their own hand tools (list will be provided).
Each worker will join the Racine Local Union - International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) #430. There is a one-time initiation fee and quarterly dues you will be required to pay AFTER you are hired.
Each worker will be required to apply for a Registered Electrician License. You will apply for this license AFTER you are hired with a contractor. The cost for this license is $35.00.
License – WI State Law requires that anyone who performs electrical wiring must have a State of WI Electrical License. As a CW you will be required to obtain and keep current a State of WI Electrical License. The License type designated for CW’s is the Registered Electrician License. The initial fee for the License is $35. The License will also be required to be renewed annually based on original issue date
License (Continued)
The renewal requirements are as follows:
- The License holder must obtain a minimum of 24 Continuing Education Units(CEU’s) annually before the License is scheduled to expire. In order to obtain these CEU’s the license holder must attend courses/seminars approved for WI State Electrical License CEU’s specific for your license type. It is the license holders responsibility to verify the courses qualify for WI State Electrical CEU’s for the proper license type.
- Pay a renewal fee of $35 to the State of WI annually.
EXAMPLES OF TYPES OF PROJECTS WORKED ON
COMMERCIAL - Office Buildings, Hospitals, Schools and Shopping Centers
INDUSTRIAL - Small Machine Shops, AC/Delco, Briggs & Stratton, and Rexnord
EXAMPLES OF TASKS PERFORMED BY CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIANS
Bending conduit/pulling of wire and cable/lighting fixture installation/digging a trench for cable or conduit/installing Romex or B.X./wiring & setting of service switch gear/mounting and wiring transformers/reading blueprints
EXAMPLES OF FACTORS THAT CAN EFFECT JOB CONDITIONS
Stage of construction- open walls, no windows, unsealed roof
Weather – heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, dampness
Cleanliness – mud, dust, debris, water
Noise – tools, equipment, mfg. Lines
Heavy Lifting – large conduit, large cable, cartons of material
ABOVE THE GROUND
In the electrical construction trade, the majority of work is done above the ground. This work is performed using ladders, scaffolding and power lifts. If you have a fear of heights, the construction electrician program is not for you.
COUNTY WORK AREA
When placed with a contractor, you can expect to consistently work anywhere in the Racine county area.
Wages And Benefits For Cw Union Members
CW classification and wages are based on proven on the job experience.
There are also additional benefits included in the wage package:
Vacation and Holiday, Health and Welfare, Local Pension, NEBF Pension
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Salary : $35 - $59