Helix Electric plans to hire 400 people for Cedar Rapids data center work

An electrical contractor says its hiring at least 400 people as part of a contract on one of the Cedar Rapids data center projects.

Hiring of Iowa-licensed Journeymen, Commissioning Technicians, Site Safety Managers, Warehouse Support Staff, Foremen is already under way. The company is also looking for Superintendents and Project Managers. Applications are already open. The project is expected to span at least two years, company officials said in a news release.

"At Helix Electric Inc., we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where safety and professional growth are paramount,” said Casey Long, COO of Helix Electric Inc. "We are thrilled to bring our expertise in data center construction to Iowa. This new project is a testament to our commitment to expanding our mission-critical construction group and contributing to the region's economic growth."

This is Helix’s first project in Iowa, though the company worked on a major project at Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha. Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation's largest non-union electrical contracting companies.

More information on job opportunities, benefits and application process can be found online at www.helixelectric.com/careers.