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- Follow existing process documentation and flag outdated or missing steps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