Journeyman Electrician

Journeyman Electrician - Utility-Scale BESS & Solar Project

Location: Fort Morgan, Colorado

Pay: $66.33/Hour

Hours: 50+ Hours Per Week

Duration: Long-Term Project | Work Available Through 2029/30

Build the Future of Energy in Colorado

We're hiring Colorado-licensed Journeyman Electricians to support one of the largest renewable energy construction projects in the state. This utility-scale development includes a 200+ MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and large-scale solar generation infrastructure , providing exceptional long-term career stability and consistent overtime opportunities.

If you're looking for high earnings, steady work, and the opportunity to be part of a landmark clean energy project, this is the role for you.

Position Overview

As a Journeyman Electrician, you'll perform electrical installations, terminations, testing, and commissioning activities on utility-scale BESS and solar systems. This role is ideal for electricians with experience in industrial, power generation, oil & gas, utility, or large commercial construction environments.

You'll work alongside experienced construction leaders while helping deliver critical energy infrastructure that will power Colorado for decades to come.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test electrical systems and equipment per NEC requirements and project specifications

• Perform medium- and high-voltage power and control cable terminations

• Install underground conduit systems and cable routing infrastructure

• Bend, run, and install conduit for industrial electrical applications

• Pull, route, and secure power, control, and communication cabling

• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and construction documents

• Coordinate with project crews and other trades to maintain production schedules

• Inspect completed work for quality, safety, and code compliance

• Support equipment startup, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities

• Maintain a strong commitment to jobsite safety and compliance standards

Required Qualifications

• Active Colorado Journeyman Electrician License (or higher)

• Experience in industrial, utility, power generation, oil & gas, or large-scale commercial construction

• Strong experience with power and control cable terminations

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics

• Working knowledge of NEC requirements and electrical safety practices

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced construction environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) experience

• Solar construction experience

• Utility-scale renewable energy project experience

• Startup and commissioning experience

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $66.33/hour pay rate

• 50+ hours available weekly

• Significant overtime earning potential

• Work on one of Colorado's premier renewable energy projects

• Long-term project stability with work projected through 2029/30

• Gain valuable utility-scale BESS and solar experience

• Safety-first culture and experienced leadership team

Work Environment

This position is based at a large-scale construction site in Fort Morgan, Colorado . Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and requires the use of appropriate PPE. Electricians will utilize conduit benders, cable pulling equipment, testing instruments, and other industry-standard tools while supporting a fast-paced utility construction project.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Rate: $66.33/hour

Eligible employees may receive access to:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Pre-Tax and Roth Options

• Life Insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Coverage

• Transportation Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off and Eligible Leave Programs

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $66.33 - $66.33/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 Denver,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 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.