Datacenter Electrician (Journeyman)

Skillit; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Safety training

PPE provided

Tool allowance may be available

Job summary

Skillit is seeking a journeyman electrician for a datacenter project in Memphis, TN. This per diem assignment focuses on power distribution, MV gear, and emergency power systems; you will install conduit, raceways, distribution equipment, and terminations, reading blueprints and following strict site protocols.

The role requires experience with MV terminations, conduit bending, and reading schematics. Per diem logistics are handled by the client; PPE and tools are provided, and a background

Qualifications

• Valid journeyman electrician license or equivalent certification.
• Experience with medium-voltage terminations and testing preferred.
• Familiar with reading schematics, blueprints and shop drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate MV and LV distribution equipment and terminations.
• Bend/install conduit, wireways, and pull large multicore feeder cable.
• Read and interpret technical drawings to layout circuits and equipment.
• Assist with standby and emergency power systems and transfer switches.
• Document work and complete punch lists per site procedures.

Skills

Journeyman electrician

Conduit bending

MV terminations

Read blueprints

Education

Journeyman license

Tools

Conduit bending tools

Cable pulling equipment

MV termination gear

Job description

About this roleWe're hiring a journeyman electrician for datacenter work in Memphis, TN. This is a per diem assignment in a mission-critical commercial facility - expect structured schedules, strict site access, and work focused on power distribution, medium-voltage gear, and emergency power systems. You'll install and maintain conduit, raceways, distribution equipment, and equipment terminations. The right candidate reads blueprints, follows code, completes MV terminations and large cable pulls, and works cleanly in a secure datacenter environment. Immediate start for qualified electricians with datacenter or commercial experience.What you'll doInstall and terminate medium-voltage and low-voltage distribution equipment, including stress cone terminations and cable connectionsBend and install conduit, wireways, and raceways; pull large multicore and feeder cable to specRead and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and shop drawings to layout circuits and equipmentInstall and maintain standby and emergency power systems, transfer switches, and overcurrent protection devicesPerform field testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning tasks; complete job documentation and punch listsCoordinate with site supervision and other trades to maintain uptime and follow site safety and access proceduresWhat we're looking forJourneyman electrician with commercial or datacenter experienceHands-on experience with conduit bending, pulling large cable, and raceway installationProven work with medium-voltage (MV) terminations, stress cones, and MV equipment maintenanceFamiliarity selecting and installing overcurrent devices, transfer switches, and standby/emergency systemsAble to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematicsComfort working in mission-critical, access-controlled facilities and following strict site protocolsQualificationsValid journeyman electrician license or equivalent certificationExperience with medium-voltage terminations and testing (MV)NFPA 70E knowledge or electrical safety training (preferred OSHA 10/30)Able to pass background check and site security clearanceValid driver's license and reliable transportation; ability to travel locally to siteWhat we offerPer diem assignment - daily allowance and local travel logistics handled by client (no wage listed)Site-specific safety and access training provided on day onePPE and basic tools provided; tool allowance may be availableShort-term assignment with potential extensions or follow-on projectsWork in a stable, indoor environment with predictable schedulesReady to apply?Build your profile. Sam gets you in front of contractors hiring for your trade.