Maintenance Electrician (Temporary)

This role focuses on performing electrical work on commercial construction projects across New Jersey. You will support and execute a wide range of tasks, from conduit layout and wire pulling to panel and switchboard installations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient electrical systems in commercial and high-rise environments.

Perform electrical work on commercial construction projects throughout New Jersey, following applicable codes and safety standards.

Install, bend, and layout conduits including EMT, PVC, and ENT for various commercial applications.

Pull wire and cable through conduit systems and other pathways, ensuring proper labeling, routing, and termination.

Complete under-slab concrete electrical work, including layout and installation of conduits and related components before concrete pours.

Interpret and work from blueprints, drawings, and electrical schematics to plan and execute installations accurately.

Perform panel work, including mounting, wiring, and terminating electrical panels and subpanels.

Install and assist with switchboard installation, ensuring proper alignment, connections, and functionality.

Support the installation and basic setup of fire alarm systems and related electrical components as directed.

Work as a helper or mechanic, depending on experience level, to assist electricians or lead specific tasks on site.

Inspect completed work for quality, safety, and compliance with project specifications and electrical codes.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, and handle tools, equipment, and materials responsibly.

Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other trades to coordinate work on active construction sites.

2 to 10 years of experience as an electrician helper or mechanic working on commercial electrical projects.

• Hands-on experience performing electrical work on commercial construction sites.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and electrical plans.
• Proficiency in pulling wire and cable for commercial installations.
• Experience performing pipe work and laying out conduits for electrical systems.
• Ability to perform under-slab concrete electrical work, including conduit layout and installation.
• Experience with panel work, including installation and wiring of electrical panels.
• Experience assisting with or performing switchboard installation.
• Exposure to fire alarm electrical work, including basic installation tasks.
• Commercial electrical experience, with high-rise project experience considered a strong advantage.

High-rise commercial project experience is a plus.

Ability to follow detailed instructions and work effectively as part of a field construction team.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.

Willingness to travel to different commercial job sites across New Jersey.

You will work on diverse commercial projects that offer the opportunity to expand your technical skills and gain experience in complex environments, including high-rise construction. The role provides consistent, hands-on field work and the chance to collaborate with experienced tradespeople. You will be part of a team that values safety, craftsmanship, and reliability, while offering exposure to a wide range of commercial electrical systems and installation methods.

This position is field-based on active commercial construction sites throughout New Jersey. You will work with tools and equipment commonly used in the electrical trade, including conduit benders, wire pullers, power tools, and testing devices. The role involves working both indoors and outdoors, often in partially completed structures, and may require standing, bending, lifting, and working in confined or elevated areas. Hours typically follow standard construction schedules, with potential for variations based on project needs. Work attire should be appropriate for construction environments, including durable clothing, work boots, and required personal protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, and gloves.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whippany, NJ.

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.

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)

Application Deadline

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. 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.

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.