Residential Electrician

Electrician Residential New Construction Overview Join an electrical team specializing in new residential construction and reconstruction projects throughout the Chicagoland suburbs. You'll work on single-family homes, townhomes, and multifamily developments, handling everything from rough-in to final installation. Electricians stay on projects through completion, giving you the opportunity to take ownership of your work and see the finished product. The typical worksites are in the surrounding Elgin area and the Chicagoland suburbs. The typical schedule is 6AM-3PM. Responsibilities Install and wire electrical systems for new residential construction projects Perform rough-in and finish electrical work on single-family and multifamily homes Bend conduit, pull wire, and install complete electrical infrastructure Work with 120V, 240V, and 480V electrical systems Read and interpret blueprints, layouts, and electrical schematics Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues as needed Maintain high standards for quality, safety, and workmanship Collaborate with electricians, apprentices, and helpers on active job sites Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members when appropriate Essential Skills Residential new construction electrical experience Ability to run conduit and pull wire independently Experience bending conduit up to 1" Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical plans Strong troubleshooting skills Reliable transportation to project sites throughout the Chicagoland suburbs Commitment to safety and quality workmanship Preferred Qualifications Journeyman Electrician or experienced Apprentice Experience with both single-family and multifamily residential projects Commercial electrical experience is a plus Own basic electrical tools, including hand tools, cordless tools, and tool pouch Why Work Here? You join a team that values dedication, craftsmanship, and collaboration on substantial residential projects. The work offers variety across new builds and reconstruction, providing ongoing opportunities to sharpen your skills in both residential and commercial electrical systems. You can take pride in seeing projects through from start to finish, contribute to a supportive team environment, and build long-term experience in a stable and growing field. Work Environment The role is field-based across suburban Chicagoland, with projects located from Shorewood to Huntley and no work inside the city. You work on medium to large residential construction sites, including new ground-up builds and reconstruction projects, and may also support select commercial work. The environment is hands‑on and fast‑paced, requiring the daily use of personal pouches, hand tools, cordless tools, and conduit benders. Electricians collaborate closely with journeyman, apprentice‑level team members, and helpers, often providing direction and support on active job sites. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elgin, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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 Elgin, IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aerotek