Company Description At Techo-Bloc, we aren’t just paving patios – we’re paving the way for great careers! Founded on a culture of innovation, we manufacture landscaping products focused on design, durability and flair. Our growing team is seeking passionate people, ready to make an impact. Why Work for Us? Techo-Bloc offers its valued associates a competitive salary, paid time off and a comprehensive benefits package. Here are a few of our perks: • Medical Benefits • Vision • Dental • Short-Term Disability • Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • 401(k) Savings Plan • 401k Match • Employee Discount on Products • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Complete uniform provided after 3 months. • Boot reimbursement program • Training & Development • WEEKLY PAY!! The People Our people are the best part of the job. The Rock Island team is an industrious group, who thrive together when challenged. Passionate about their craft, these folks take pride in the Artscape of their work and the Techo-Bloc brand. This crew values a ‘can do’ attitude and is quick to embrace those eager to learn. Intrigued? Come grow with us. Job Description Pay range: $34-$40/hr + $2/hr shift premium after 4pm Location: Rock Island, IL Shift: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 7pm Duties/Responsibilities: • Analyze and troubleshoot electrical and controls issues throughout the plant • Troubleshooting of automation systems and devices (PLC, I/O, VFDs, fieldbuses, communication networks) • Replacement of defective devices, or commissioning of new devices, including basic configuration or backup reloading • Create, update, and maintain technical documentation as needed (electrical diagrams, installation notes, other relevant documentation) Required Skills/Abilities: • Understanding of general industrial electronics and process control concepts • Ability to read, understand, create, and update electrical diagrams, with an emphasis on troubleshooting from electrical diagrams • Electrical troubleshooting capabilities with the use of multimeter and other diagnostic tools; 24VDC, 240VAC, 480VAC • Experience with industrial control systems (control panels, relays, contactors, safety systems, etc.) • Experience with industrial automation systems, including PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMIs • Ability to read PLC program and reload from backup • Experience working with industrial variable frequency drives (VFDs) (SEW, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Lenze) • Experience with industrial fieldbuses (Profibus, Profinet, ASi) • Understanding of industrial safety concepts, systems, and devices (Estops, light curtains, safety doors, OSSD, safety monitors); experience with ASi-Safe and Profisafe are a plus • Basic knowledge of ethernet and basic networking skills (routers, switches, IP address, MAC address) • Working knowledge and basic understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics • Experience with AutoCAD for drawing/updating electrical plans • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to root cause and troubleshoot automated equipment and controls • Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio C# and Visual Basic Qualifications Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering or focus on Controls or Electronics • A Master Electrical License or Journeyman Electrical License is required • 3-5 years related work experience • Hands on plant integration experience developing manufacturing support systems • Ability to work flexible hours as required Additional Information Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee will frequently be working outside in the elements. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
See More Details >>JOB SUMMARY: Under supervision of an electrician, the apprentice electrician performs electrical work involved in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of commercial, industrial, or residential electrical construction projects. In addition to assigned tasks, the apprentice participates in the Electrical Apprenticeship Program (including classroom training), and demonstrates continuous progress toward fulfilling all Shaw Electric, Inc., and the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program requirements. All apprentices must demonstrate the following critical components: • Punctuality be on time, all the time, at the designated work site. • Team work and a positive attitude • An understanding that an apprentice's job is to help the journeyman electrician work faster • A willingness to follow Instructions, learn, and do the job right the first time • The ability to plan ahead - prepare tools/materials for the journeyman ahead of time; this improves job efficiency and makes a great impression. • ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT: • Completes of 10-hour OSHA Safety Course, CPR & First Aid Training. • Demonstrates knowledge of Company Safety Practices, Handbook, and Procedures. • Performs all work in a safe manner, follows all safety procedures, attends safety meetings and encourages others to work safely. Attends required safety training • Completes continuing education toward license/certification in electrical trade • Completes hand trenching and excavation for running underground electrical conduit • Learns to bend conduit up to 1" conduit with hand bender with 90 degree, offsets, kicks and saddles • Able to install conduit and pull wire on a daily basis in accordance with minimum NEC recognized standards and within production rate of assigned projects. • Able to properly cut, thread, and assemble IMC, rigid, & PVC coated conduit • Able to read voltage tester (wigge) • Demonstrates basic knowledge of electrical theory • Demonstrates basic knowledge and understanding of electrical fasteners, anchors, raceways, boxes and fittings. • Demonstrates basic knowledge of blue print reading, spec books, and shop drawings. • Demonstrates knowledge of basic industry wire color codes. • Able to pull wire on a daily basis that meets minimum industry standards recognized by NEC code, at the required production rate. Our Mission, Vision and Values The foundation of our mission is to be customer driven with an emphasis on service, value and integrity. Through our commitment to quality workmanship, safety and honesty, we strive for an excellence that benefits our customer and employees. At Shaw Electric we value each of these biblical principles; Honesty, Integrity, Responsibility, Accountability, Respect, Dependability, Customer Care, Teamwork, Positive Work Ethic, Safe Work Environment, Employee Development, Effective Communication and Merit Philosophy. Our vision at Shaw Electric is to remain family owned, developed and grow all employees to the best of their ability, contribute to our community with our time, talent and resources, provide outstanding service to customers from concept to production in a safe, secure and loyal manner, be a preferred provider of proficient individuals who value security, opportunity and a sense of accomplishment in an unsurpassed work environment, provide company stability and longevity through customer and employee satisfaction. • REQUIRED: • High School Diploma or GED • Valid Driver's License • Six months experience in a construction environment preferred; 1,999 or less certified on-the-job training hours. • Possession of required tools (industry-wide and Shaw required tool list). Working knowledge of, and ability to use, required tools. • PREFERRED: • One to two years of college or associates degree preferred.
See More Details >>Summary Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures following blueprints and wiring diagrams for commercial and industrial facilities. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. Primary Responsibilities • Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools • Construct electrical control panels • Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem • Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components • Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes • Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous • Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and ammeters, to ensure compatibility and safety of system • Maintain current electrician’s license or identification card to meet governmental regulations • Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes • Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures • Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes • Use and operate a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including ohmmeters, voltmeters, and ammeters. • Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors • Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and ordering supplies and equipment • Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools • Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures • Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes • Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications • Fasten metal or plastic boxes to walls to electrical switches or outlets • Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services • Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights and generators, placing flares, and driving needed vehicles • Draw, interpret, and read graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids • Perform heavy manual labor requiring manual dexterity under varying weather conditions • Perform physical inventory of materials • Comply with company, customer, and OSHA safety requirements • Observe, compare, or monitor data to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards • Participate in company-related safety/medical tests (e.g. background & drug screenings, physicals, hearing tests, etc.) • Other duties as assigned Job Specifications • Possess a current State of Iowa journeyman or master electrical license • Must have at least 4 years of experience with commercial and industrial projects • Possess basic reading, writing, arithmetic skills acquired through high school diploma or GED • Know the practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment of the Electrician’s trade • Knowledge and compliance with the occupational hazards and OSHA requirements of the Electrician’s trade and necessary safety precautions • Knowledge and compliance with state and local codes • Knowledge and compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) • Know electronic theory and terminology • Able to work outside the traditional work schedule which includes nights, weekends, and/or holidays • Able to take on-call shifts • Able to travel to job locations that will require overnight stays • Possess a valid driver’s license • Able to take classes regarding electrical codes, safety programs, manufacture–specific training, management training, and others deemed necessary • Able to perceive the full range of the color spectrum • Able to perform precise arm-hand positioning movements and maintains static arm-hand position (e.g. operating an electric hand drill) • Able to make continuous or repetitive hand-wrist movements (e.g. using a screwdriver) • Able to make skillful, controlled manipulations of small objects (e.g. screws, bolts, washers, nuts, and inserts them into a small hole) • Able to bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time • Able to lift arms above shoulder level (e.g. working on ceiling wiring system) • Able to work in small, cramped areas • Able to climb or raise up to reach objects above eye level • Able to work at heights greater than ten feet (e.g. working in a bucket truck or on a ladder) • Able to move heavy objects (50 pounds or more) long distances (more than 20 feet) • Able to push or pull cart loaded with equipment • Able to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others • Possess good communication skills, be able to understand, speak, read and write fluent English • Possess basic PC skills including Microsoft Word and Excel • Able to perform tasks and work with minimal or no supervision • Able to work cooperatively with others and possess a good teamwork mentality • Able to meet deadlines • Possess exemplary organizational skills • Independent thinking and problem-solving abilities encouraged REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with a covered disability to perform the essential functions of the position as long as an undue hardship is not imposed. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending plan, 401(k) plus matching, paid time off, paid holidays, paid bereavement, company apparel allowance. Relocation will not be offered for this position. River Cities Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and genetic information. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Davenport, IA, typically begins with an apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 5,144 electricians in Davenport, with wages averaging around $824.71 per week. The job market is projected to grow by 11% from 2022 to 2032, offering strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career in the electrical trade.
