Electrical Helper
About the job
- A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
- Previous construction or electrical experience is preferred but not required.
- Ability to safely use basic hand tools and follow verbal and written instructions.
- OSHA 10 certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain it within a specified timeframe after hire.
- Must possess a basic set of hand tools appropriate for helper-level work; power tools and metering equipment are provided by the company.
- Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Must be comfortable working on ladders, scaffolding, and scissor lifts at various heights.
- Must be comfortable standing, walking, kneeling, bending, and working in varying weather conditions.
- Assist journeymen, apprentices, and foremen with daily electrical installation activities while following instructions and company procedures.
- Load, unload, organize, and transport tools, equipment, and electrical materials throughout the jobsite.
- Assist with measuring, drilling, mounting supports, pulling wire, assembling conduit, and installing electrical components under direct supervision.
- Maintain, clean, and properly store company tools, equipment, and work areas.
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of debris.
- Follow OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and personal protective equipment requirements; participate in weekly toolbox talks and safety meetings.
- Assist with organizing and tracking jobsite materials and notify supervisors of damaged or missing materials.
- Learn electrical installation techniques, jobsite safety practices, and proper tool usage while developing skills to advance within the company.
- Work cooperatively with all crew members and maintain dependable attendance.
- Bilingual proficiency.
- Mechanical aptitude.
About the company
Ladder connects construction contractors with skilled electricians in the electrical sector through a digital platform that streamlines the hiring process. Contractors post full-time job openings, and Ladder charges a fee for connecting them with qualified workers, while avoiding staffing-agency models by only allowing real contractors to post jobs. For job seekers, Ladder offers a free online course with basic electrical training and safety guidance, and upon completion the platform notifies potential employers, which has led to a high rate of job offers for graduates. The company differentiates itself by focusing on authentic contractor-led postings, combining a practical training-to-employment pathway with a technology-based hiring flow created by ex-contractors and technologists. Its goal is to simplify and accelerate the process of finding reliable electrical talent for contractors and to provide a clear entry path for newcomers into the electrical trades.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$130K
Headquarters
Atlanta, Georgia
Founded
2019
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Buildforce raised $10 million on July 28, 2026 for national expansion.
- Ladder’s 10,000 pre-screened electricians give Buildforce immediate supply liquidity in the Southeast.
- Buildforce runs W-2 staffing, payroll, workers’ comp, and certified payroll reporting.
What critics are saying
- Buildforce directly replaces Ladder’s standalone brand; customer churn could follow integration through 2027.
- Staffing spreads compress quickly if contractors bypass Buildforce for internal recruiters.
- If Buildforce misses national density, Ladder’s platform disappears inside a larger staffing business.
What makes Ladder unique
- Buildforce inherited Ladder’s Southeast electrician network and 200-plus contractor customers.
- Ladder specialized in commercial and industrial electricians, not general labor staffing.
- Alex Stewart stayed on after the 2024 acquisition, preserving regional contractor relationships.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays