Job Description

Data Analyst I 

Business Intelligence & Strategy  |  Hays Electrical Services  |  Houston, TX  |  On-Site 

Position Summary 

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.  

The right candidate is detail-oriented, foundationally strong in Power BI and data modeling concepts, and ready to contribute from day one. 

Key Responsibilities 

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• Follow existing process documentation and flag outdated or missing steps 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 

Minimum Qualifications 

• 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,  

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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