Traveling Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Position Overview Licensed Journeyman Electricians are needed for a 3‑year data center construction project. The role offers steady overtime, high weekly earnings, paid travel, and daily per diem. Ideal for electricians seeking consistent work on a major commercial build. Compensation and Schedule $50/hour 5 days per week, 12‑hour shifts (60+ hours guaranteed overtime) Per Diem: $178/day Travel & lodging provided Key Responsibilities Install and bend conduit (EMT and rigid) Pull wire and complete terminations Install lighting systems, switchgear, panels, and cabling Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings Perform electrical troubleshooting and repairs Work with low‑ and medium‑voltage systems Support large‑scale commercial and industrial construction projects Qualifications Journeyman‑level experience in commercial or industrial electrical work Skilled in conduit bending (EMT & rigid), terminations, panel work, electrical system installation, blueprint/schematic reading, and troubleshooting electrical systems Experience on large projects; data centers preferred but not required License Requirements A valid Journeyman Electrician License is required. Licenses accepted from states with Iowa reciprocity: AK, AR, CO, MN, MT, NE, NH, ND, OK, SD, TX, WI, WY. Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA. Fully onsite. Benefits 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) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time off / Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave) Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Application Deadline Jun 15, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aerotek