Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Job Title: Licensed Journeyman Electrician Job Description

As a Licensed Journeyman Electrician, you will be responsible for the installation, termination, and commissioning of electrical systems within mission-critical data center environments. Your role will involve performing electrical construction activities, including wire pulling, feeder installation, equipment connections, and final terminations, while ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety requirements, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical terminations for power distribution equipment, switchgear, panels, transformers, and associated electrical systems.

• Install and connect electrical wiring in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and applicable electrical codes.

• Install and route feeder circuits from power distribution sources to designated equipment and end-use devices.

• Pull, dress, identify, and secure electrical conductors through conduit, cable trays, and other raceway systems.

• Complete final connections and equipment tie-ins for electrical systems, ensuring proper functionality and destination routing.

• Verify circuit continuity, conductor identification, and termination accuracy prior to energization.

• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all project safety regulations and site-specific requirements.

• Collaborate with project managers, foremen, and other trades to support project schedules and commissioning milestones.

• Support startup, testing, and turnover activities for mission-critical electrical infrastructure.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 4+ years experience in commercial or industrial electrical work.

• Must have a journeyman license in Iowa or reciprocating states.

• Proficiency in conduit work, wiring, electrical construction, conduit bending, and commissioning.

• Experience with data center environments and wire termination.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Iowa Class A Electrical Journeyman's License or from reciprocating states (Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wisconsin, and Wyoming).

• Must have held the journeyman's license from a reciprocating state for a minimum of 1 year to be eligible.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-term project with a minimum duration of 2 years, offering the highest pay among electrical contractors on site. Enjoy extensive overtime opportunities with 18+ hours available. Benefit from the highest per diem of $175 per days worked, contributing to a rewarding work experience.

Work Environment

Work at the QTS Data Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, with a demanding schedule that includes Monday to Sunday shifts of 10-12 hours per day, and a cycle of 13 days on and 1 day off. Working hours are from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Expect a minimum of 68 hours per week, with a per diem of $175 for days worked.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfax, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $64.00 - $64.00/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:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fairfax,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® 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.