Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Licensed Journeyman Electrician (Cedar Rapids, Iowa - $64/hr)

QTS Data Center | Cedar Rapids, IA

High-Paying Data Center Opportunity | Overtime + Per Diem

A large-scale data center construction project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is actively hiring Licensed Journeyman Electricians for long-term work. This is an excellent opportunity to join a mission-critical project offering competitive pay, consistent overtime, and daily per diem.

Travelers are welcome to apply if they hold a Journeyman Electrician license from a state with Iowa reciprocity.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay Rate: $64.00/hour

• Schedule: 6-7 days a week

• Hours: 10 to 12-hour shifts

• Guaranteed Hours: 60-75 Hours a Week

• Overtime: Available weekly

• Per Diem: $175 per day worked

Key Responsibilities

• Install, bend, and run EMT and rigid conduit

• Pull wire and perform electrical terminations

• Install switchgear, panels, lighting systems, and cable systems

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and components

• Work with low-voltage and medium-voltage systems

• Support large-scale commercial and industrial electrical construction activities

• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with NEC requirements, project specifications, and safety regulations

• Coordinate with foremen, project managers, and other trades on site

• Maintain accurate documentation of installations, testing, and system modifications

Qualifications

• Active Journeyman Electrician License

• Commercial and/or industrial electrical construction experience

• Proficient in EMT and rigid conduit bending and installation

• Experience with terminations, panel work, and power distribution systems

• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and schematics

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Experience on large-scale construction projects required

• Data center experience preferred but not required

Accepted Reciprocal Licenses

Candidates must possess a valid Journeyman Electrician license from one of the following reciprocal states:

• Alaska

• Arkansas

• Colorado

• Minnesota

• Montana

• Nebraska

• New Hampshire

• North Dakota

• Oklahoma

• South Dakota

• Texas

• Wisconsin

• Wyoming

Apply Today

If you're a licensed Journeyman Electrician looking for a high-paying, long-term opportunity with steady overtime, daily per diem, and the chance to work on a major data center project, apply today for immediate consideration.

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.