Travel Electrician

Journeyman/Apprentice Electricians | Travel Role | $35-$60/hr + $160/Day Per DiemElectrician - Data Center & Industrial Construction

Travel-Based Position | Southaven, MS (Project Mobilization)
$35-$60/hr + Overtime + $160/Day Per Diem
Contract-to-Hire | 60 Openings
Join a Team Building the Future

We are seeking experienced Construction Electricians to support large-scale industrial and data center projects. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge electrical infrastructure, travel to exciting job sites, earn substantial overtime, and position yourself for long-term career growth.
If you enjoy hands-on electrical construction work and want to be part of high-profile projects, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do

• Install conduit, cable tray, underground duct bank, cable, and wire
• Perform 415V and 480V electrical installations and terminations
• Install and commission switchgear, busway, PDU/UPS systems, and main switchboards
• Read blueprints, one-line diagrams, schematics, and construction drawings
• Follow NFPA 70E safety standards and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Support energization activities and testing of newly installed systems
• Use multimeters, meggers, ammeters, and common electrical construction tools
• Work on industrial and data center construction projects across the United States

Required Qualifications

5+ years of industrial, commercial, or data center electrical construction experience
Experience with:

• Conduit installation
• Cable tray systems
• Wire pulling
• Electrical terminations
• Switchgear and power distribution equipment

Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics
Knowledge of NFPA 70E and Lockout/Tagout procedures
Ability to travel 80%+ of the time
Comfortable working outdoors, at heights, and in confined spaces
Preferred Qualifications

• State Journeyman Electrician License
• Data center construction experience
• Medium voltage experience (15kV-35kV)
• Experience with busway, PDU/UPS equipment, and grounding systems

Pay & Benefits

$30-$60 per hour based on experience
$160/day per diem (7 days per week while on assignment)
Consistent overtime opportunities
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with available pre-tax and Roth options
Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off eligibility
Long-Term Opportunity

This is a contract-to-hire role with tremendous growth potential. Upon conversion to a permanent employee, eligible employees may receive $25,000 in company equity , vesting over four years.
Apply Today
We're looking for electricians who can hit the ground running on day one and are excited about building critical infrastructure projects nationwide. If you have industrial construction experience, strong electrical skills, and a willingness to travel, apply now.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashburn, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $60.00/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 Ashburn,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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.