Traveling Commercial Electrician - Data Center Projects

Traveling Commercial ElectricianGet the earning potential of traveling electrical work with the stability of W2 employment and benefits. Work on a major data center new build in Barstow, Texas.Very strong pay, overtime at 1.5x, and daily workday per diem.Journeyman Electricians can earn approximately $4,200 to $4,410 per week and Electrical Apprentices can earn approximately $3,140 to $3,710 per week.Job DutiesYou will perform hands on commercial electrical work on a data center new build, including:Perform and assist with electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs on commercial and industrial electrical systemsRun conduit, including 3/4" and 1" EMTPull wire and complete electrical connections and terminations based on your experience levelPerform layout and support electrical installations for a data center new build, including fire electricalRead and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, plans, wiring diagrams, and electrical diagramsTroubleshoot and diagnose electrical systems, equipment, and componentsFollow NEC requirements, project specifications, and job site safety protocolsMaintain a clean, safe, and organized work areaTransport and organize tools, materials, and electrical equipment as neededJourneyman Electricians will work independently with limited supervision and help direct and train Electrical Apprentices in the fieldElectrical Apprentices will work hands on alongside Journeyman Electricians and perform electrical work under appropriate supervisionRequired Skills, Experience & Team FitYou have:Prior experience performing hands on commercial or industrial electrical workPrior experience running EMT conduit, pulling wire, or performing commercial electrical installationsExperience reading electrical blueprints, schematics, plans, or wiring diagrams appropriate to your experience levelAbility to perform physically demanding electrical construction work, including lifting, climbing, and working in confined spacesAbility to successfully complete required pre employment background and drug screeningFor Journeyman Electricians, a valid Journeyman Electrician license and strong knowledge of NEC codes and electrical regulationsAble to work on site in Barstow Texas from September to end of 2026You might have:Prior experience working on data center projects or other large scale commercial or industrial construction projectsOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certificationPrior experience with fire electrical installationsFor Journeyman Electricians, prior experience as a Lead Electrician or directing Electrical ApprenticesBenefits for YouYou will be hired as a W2 employee rather than an independent contractor, giving you access to company benefits including health insurance, paid holidays and benefit package. After the current project concludes, there is an opportunity to keep traveling with the company and continue onto another project in New Mexico anticipated to last approximately 18 months.Traveling Journeyman Electrician pay range $45 to $48 per hour, plus overtime at 1.5x and daily workday per diem. Working six 10 hour days, your total earnings potential is approximately $4,200 to $4,410 per week, or approximately $218,000 to $229,000 annualized at that schedule.Traveling Electrical Apprentice pay range $32 to $38 per hour, plus overtime at 1.5x and daily workday per diem. Working six 10 hour days, your total earnings potential is approximately $3,140 to $3,710 per week.