Data Center Electrician – Elite Cable Tray Installations

Matrix-NDI; Aberdeen, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix-NDI in Aberdeen, SD is seeking an experienced Journeyman Electrician to support the construction of a large-scale hyperscale data center. This role focuses on installing power-limited basket tray systems and associated infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will read and interpret electrical plans, ensure NEC compliance, and work safely with a disciplined, detail-oriented approach, including overtime and weekend shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Active Journeyman Electrician license recognized by North Dakota
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specs, and details
• Experience installing basket tray, wire mesh cable tray, and cable support systems
• Knowledge of NEC, layout, elevations, and installation requirements
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and climb ladders/scissor lifts
• Safety-focused, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment with potential overtime

Responsibilities

• Install power-limited basket tray, wire mesh cable tray, and associated support systems in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and installation standards.
• Measure, lay out, cut, modify, and assemble basket tray systems while maintaining proper elevations, spacing, clearances, and routing.
• Read and interpret electrical plans, construction drawings, specifications, and details to complete accurate field installations.
• Install supports, threaded rod, brackets, trapezes, and related hardware required for cable tray systems.
• Coordinate work with other trades, identify field conflicts, and communicate installation issues to project leadership.
• Ensure completed work meets applicable NEC requirements, customer standards, manufacturer requirements, and project quality expectations.
• Follow all site safety requirements and participate in daily planning and safety meetings.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Read electrical plans

NEC knowledge

Safety-focused

Team coordination

Physical stamina

Education

Journeyman Electrician license (North Dakota)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Ladders

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

Cable tray installation tools

Job description

Matrix-NDI in Aberdeen, SD is seeking an experienced Journeyman Electrician to support the construction of a large-scale hyperscale data center. This role focuses on installing power-limited basket tray systems and associated infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will read and interpret electrical plans, ensure NEC compliance, and work safely with a disciplined, detail-oriented approach, including overtime and weekend shifts as needed.