Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Electrician

Job Description

This role supports commercial office and technical facility projects focused on lighting installation, conduit work, wire pulling, rough-in electrical, and lighting controls. Electricians work across multiple active job sites in the Holmdel and Plainsboro, NJ areas, operating scissor lifts, following strict site safety procedures, and completing repetitive lighting tasks with accuracy through the end of the year.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure commercial lighting fixtures and lighting control systems according to project specifications and electrical codes.
• Perform conduit installation, including bending, routing, and fastening conduit for new and existing electrical runs.
• Pull wire and complete rough-in electrical work for commercial and technical facility environments.
• Operate scissor lifts up to 20 feet to access overhead lighting, conduit, and wiring locations safely and efficiently.
• Follow all site safety procedures and use required PPE, including harnesses, level 4 protective gloves, and other safety gear.
• Support commercial office fit-outs and technical facility work, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines.
• Work within a team-based structure, collaborating with other electricians and temporary workers to complete project phases.
• Maintain consistent attendance and reliability for early morning start times between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM.
• Work independently when required, managing assigned tasks and ensuring completion with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to fast-paced, deadline-driven project phases by meeting daily productivity and quality expectations.

Essential Skills

• Strong proficiency in lighting installation and lighting controls for commercial projects.
• Hands-on experience with conduit installation, including bending, routing, and securely fastening conduit.
• Demonstrated ability in wire pulling and rough-in electrical work for commercial and technical facilities.
• Experience operating scissor lifts up to 20 feet in indoor and lift-based tasks.
• Current OSHA-10 safety certification.
• NFPA-70E certification or training for electrical safety in the workplace.
• Lift certification for safe operation of scissor lifts and related equipment.
• Ability to work safely at heights while using a harness and other fall protection equipment.
• Ability to use level 4 protective gloves and other PPE as required.
• Proven reliability for early start times, typically 6:00 AM2:30 PM, with consistent attendance.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a larger team of electricians and support staff.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in commercial office fit-outs and technical facility environments.
• Comfort working in fast-paced, deadline-driven project phases.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when performing repetitive lighting and electrical tasks.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to site-specific safety protocols.
• Willingness to support and collaborate with a team of 16+ electricians and 34 temporary workers.
• Growth mindset and interest in advancing from apprentice-level toward journeyman-level responsibilities.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable project pipeline with work secured through year-end, providing reliable scheduling and income. You gain exposure to high-profile commercial and technical facility projects that build valuable experience and enhance your professional portfolio. You work alongside a skilled team of more than sixteen electricians, offering mentorship, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. Apprentices benefit from clear growth potential toward journeyman-level responsibilities, supported by consistent early-morning schedules that help maintain work-life balance.

Work Environment

The work takes place in commercial office fit-outs and technical facility environments, with a mix of indoor tasks and lift-based work using scissor lifts up to 20 feet. The setting is highly safety-focused, requiring regular use of PPE such as harnesses, level 4 protective gloves, and other safety gear. You work within a structured, team-based environment where 34 temporary workers support the core group of electricians. Projects are fast-paced and deadline-driven, with a typical shift running from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM in Plainsboro and similar early start times at other sites

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

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.