Licensed Electrician

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician \u2013 High-End Residential
Job Description
This role focuses on installing, wiring, and troubleshooting electrical systems for high-end, ground-up residential new construction projects. You interpret blueprints and electrical schematics, install advanced lighting and smart-home technologies, and ensure all work complies with Massachusetts electrical codes and safety standards. You collaborate closely with contractors, designers, and homeowners, and may guide an apprentice on site to help deliver reliable, high-quality electrical installations.
Responsibilities

• Install and wire electrical systems for new high-end residential construction projects from ground up.
• Interpret blueprints and electrical schematics to plan and execute complex electrical layouts with precision.
• Install lighting systems including recessed lighting, smart lighting, architectural fixtures, and landscape lighting.
• Set up electrical panels, sub-panels, and perform service upgrades in accordance with Massachusetts electrical code.
• Integrate smart-home technologies such as automation systems, electric vehicle (EV) chargers, and whole-home networking.
• Run and install conduit as required for residential electrical construction.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and long-term performance.
• Maintain full compliance with state and local electrical codes and all applicable safety standards.
• Collaborate effectively with general contractors, designers, sub-contractors, and homeowners to ensure seamless project execution.
• Document work performed, maintain accurate records, and communicate project progress to stakeholders.
• Work from detailed construction plans and specifications to meet project timelines and quality expectations.
• Potentially manage and mentor an apprentice electrician working alongside you on job sites.

Essential Skills

• Active Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician License.
• Proven experience with residential new construction electrical work.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and construction documents.
• Hands-on experience installing and wiring electrical systems in high-end residential properties.
• Proficiency in installing lighting systems including recessed, smart, architectural, and landscape lighting.
• Knowledge of setting up electrical panels, sub-panels, and performing service upgrades in line with Massachusetts electrical code.
• Experience integrating smart-home technologies such as automation systems, EV chargers, and whole-home networking.
• Solid troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and repairing electrical issues safely and efficiently.
• Ability to run and install conduit in residential construction environments.
• Capability to communicate clearly and professionally with contractors, designers, sub-contractors, and homeowners.
• Readiness to oversee and guide an apprentice electrician on site when needed.
• Ownership of basic journeyman electrician tools required to perform daily tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working on multi-million-dollar residential new build projects.
• Experience in high-end or luxury residential construction environments.
• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy while maintaining accountability for quality and safety.
• Strong organizational skills for documenting work and tracking project progress.
• Willingness to participate in a streamlined, single-round in-person interview process at the office.

Why Work Here?
You join a company that offers genuine opportunities to grow and advance, with clear pathways for increased responsibility and earnings over time. You benefit from overtime opportunities and pay raises, recognizing strong performance and commitment. The work environment encourages autonomy and trust, allowing you to take ownership of your projects while contributing to high-profile, prestigious residential builds.
Work Environment
You work primarily on multi-million-dollar residential new construction projects, including large-scale, luxury homes in Massachusetts. The setting involves active construction sites where you collaborate with other trades and professionals to deliver sophisticated electrical installations. You use standard journeyman electrician tools and materials typical for residential construction, including wiring, panels, fixtures, and conduit. The role is site-based, requiring you to be comfortable navigating high-end properties under construction and adhering to all relevant safety practices and site protocols.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boxborough, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: \u2022 Medical, dental & vision \u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital \u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan \u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available \u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) \u2022 Short and long-term disability \u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) \u2022 Transportation benefits \u2022 Employee Assistance Program \u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Boxborough,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.