Data Analyst I

Hays Specialist Recruitment LLC
Houston, TX, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
0 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel Data Analysis Information Systems Data Cleansing Project Management Software Power BI Standard Sql SQL Databases Cloud Platform System Microsoft Power Automate Powerquery Databricks

Job description

The Data Analyst I is an entry-level position within the Business Intelligence & Strategy department at Hays Electrical Services. This role works across all business functions - Operations, Finance, Project Controls, Supply Chain, Workforce Planning, and Safety - building reports, connecting to data sources, and delivering insights that help teams make better decisions.

The Analyst I builds reports independently, connects to enterprise data sources including Databricks, and manages their own assigned workload., Reporting & Dashboard Development

  • Build and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards across assigned business units
  • Connect to and query data sources including Databricks, and other enterprise systems
  • Handle incoming reporting requests independently, managing timelines and delivering accurate outputs
  • Maintain existing dashboards, updating data connections, refreshing models, and resolving broken visuals
  • Validate data accuracy before any report is published or distributed
  • Follow established reporting templates, naming conventions, and team standards

Data Preparation & Quality

  • Pull, clean, and shape data from multiple source systems in preparation for reporting
  • Identify and flag data quality issues or inconsistencies to the appropriate team member
  • Use Power Query to transform and prepare data for reporting use
  • Follow documented SOPs for recurring data processes and assist in creating repository documentation

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Gather requirements for assigned reporting requests directly from stakeholders
  • Present reports and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Communicate proactively on task status, blockers, and delivery timelines
  • Escalate complex, multi-layered requests to senior analysts with proper context

Team Support & Documentation

  • Assist senior analysts on larger projects as assigned - data prep, validation, and report components
  • Follow existing process documentation and flag outdated or missing steps
  • Contribute to team knowledge by documenting recurring processes and report logic

Requirements

Do you have experience in Stakeholder management?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, The right candidate is detail-oriented, foundationally strong in Power BI and data modeling concepts, and ready to contribute from day one., * Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, or a related field

  • 0-2 years of professional experience in a data, analytics, or reporting role (internships and co-ops count)
  • Proficient in Power BI, able to connect to data sources, build and maintain data models, and develop reports and dashboards independently
  • Demonstrated experience building a report or dashboard that surfaced meaningful KPIs or insights for a stakeholder
  • Able to manage an assigned workload, track multiple requests, and deliver on time
  • Clear communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
  • Foundational understanding of data modeling concepts

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with DAX for calculated columns or basic measures
  • Experience with Databricks or cloud-based data platforms
  • Working knowledge of SQL for basic querying and data exploration
  • Experience following or referencing SOPs in a data or reporting context
  • Exposure to construction, trades, or project-based industry data
  • Experience with Vista by Trimble, ProjectSight, or similar ERP/project management platforms

Tools & Systems

Required: Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Power Query

A plus: DAX, Databricks, SQL, Power Automate, Vista by Trimble, ProjectSight

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance, Why Join Hays Electrical
  • Work with real data across every function of a growing electrical contractor from day one
  • Clear growth path into Data Analyst II and Senior Analyst roles
  • Mentorship and collaboration with experienced analysts and systems professionals
  • Work that directly impacts field operations, project performance, and business decisions
  • Competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
  • Career advancement and leadership development opportunities in a growing organization

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